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Hi I'm going to look at a 2000 Sprinter 211 cdi. Looks like good history (turbo, clutch, tyres, shocks, brakes) recently within a couple of years or so. Rust is apparently a minor issue - mentioned on last CT (french mot) but I'm led to believe that's to be expected. 380000km....do I dare?? RRR

Hi CLK 230 k W208 1999. Bit of a rattle underneath turns out to be cat. The one fitted is a double one whereas looking for parts online the one recommended is the single large type. Are they interchangeable or would I have to stick with the double one which apparently suits the C230 according to...

Hi I don't suppose anyone can tell me the part number for radiator to thermostat top hose on a CLK 230 K 1999 W208 can they? No part number on original. Thanks if you can. Cheers R

I get the impression that the Mercedes engines (with certain exceptions) are solid and very durable - but often let down by transmission and electronic issues. Has there ever been an attempt to convert, for example, an M111 motor to carb and junk all that electronic stuff? I use the M111 as an...

Hi Auto box weeping from said connector. Can I just drain box, replace connector and refill to correct level or should I remove sump and replace filter as a matter of course, running risk of snapped bolts and stuff...? Only done about 75000 miles. Cheers R

Hi Got a weep from said connector. Can I just drain box, replace connector, replace plug and refill to correct level or do I have to remove sump and change filter with the possibility and agro of broken studs etc?? Only done about 75000 miles. Cheers RR

Hi I'm trying this here as no ideas yet from general topics section. Clk 230k w208 1999 driver's seat moves correctly apart from front/back, back/front (auotmatic forward for ease of access to rear seats doesn't work either). Slight clicking from control unit when relevant switch operated. no...

Hi CLK 230 K 1999 electric driver's seat issues.... everything works fine except front/back function (including automatic forward to ease access to rear seats). Control unit clicks when switch operated but no movement. I assume that this means it is either the front/back motor (fuses are intact)...

Hi all Probably very similar to asking about engine oil, but here goes. I can get Fuchs Titan 4134 ATF for about 5€ per litre. It is MB approved to 236.14. Is it OK to use it although the original spec for the 722.6 box is 236.6? Also, I'm not yet sure if I will be able to drain the torque...

Hi again New battery 6 months ago, running fine and smooth, and now twice in as many weeks, my wife has turned the key, engine has turned over but hasn't started. Second attempt starts after a slightly longer than usual time. Sooo...K40 fuse, crank position sensor or cam position sensor??? I...

Hi as above 1999 w208 cabrio ....wife driving back from shops and...no electric windows, no wipers, no lights etc etc. 5 minutes later another call saying all is ok again. Apperently when she pulled up at home, the triangle with exclamation mark (traction warning?) was lit. I got home and took...

Hi I have, as far as I know, no problems but would like to have a basic OBD2 reader and reset tool for 1999 W208 with 38 pin socket under bonnet. Would I be able to use a 38 pin to 16 pin adapter cable and a cheap reader/reset tool - I could get both for about 20 quid? I have read other posts...

Sorry about this, but I'm confused... I've just bought 7 litres of ELF Evolution 5w40 which is I believe a semi-synth. It appears to have been replaced by Evolution 900 and 700 oils. It is approved MB 229.3....so will it be OK in my 1999 CLK230K???? Cheers R

Hi When the fuel tank gets below about half full I get a rubbing or scraping sound from nearside mid/rear underneath. having searched the forum, I see fuel tank baffles being an issue on some models, but does this apply to the w208? I first noticed it with 4 people in the car so assumed it was...

Hi W208 CLK 230 What petrol should I be using (available in France)...SP95 or SP98? Is supermarket stuff OK? Cheers R

Hi I have a rattle/knock from LHS suspension mostly on slightly uneven surfaces. The car has just sailed through its CT (French MOT) with me and the tester checking all the ARB bushes and ball joints. Should I replace the ARB bushes anyway as a starting point as they are so cheap? Also, probably...

Hi New member in process of registering UK clk 230 W208 1999 in France. Have replaced headlights and therefore have a pair of UK spec RHD headlights for sale. Undamaged but the usual discolouration of the lenses. Sold without bulbs - buyer pays shipping. Is 100 pounds too much to ask? Let me...