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    Mud Flaps for 2013 GLC 300e (X254)

    Has anyone found any decent rear mud flaps for the X254? M-B don't appear to have produced any yet (why not, one wonders) and those that I have found on-line have been of seemingly dubious quality from the far east. Regards, lim
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    Temperature indications fine, but coolant forced from expansion vessel cap (I think)

    Thank you for your thoughts. The sealing cap has been checked and is wholly sound as far as I can tell and it should be as the car is only 8 months old. There have been no indications of overheating so I am suspecting an over pressurisation of the system. Way back in February the engine did...
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    Temperature indications fine, but coolant forced from expansion vessel cap (I think)

    The car is an E Class (W213) with an OM654 2 litre diesel engine. In operation the temperature indicator rises steadily to 90C and stays there without any noticeable fluctuation. The other day I noticed signs of coolant loss from the cap of the coolant expansion vessel; there were salts stains...
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    Wow.... never changed the auto transmission fluid???

    Whilst you're at it, don't forget the neglected differential. This is dead easy to do at the same time as the transmission is draining. Regards, lim
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    Recomendation

    Gareth, Perhaps you might try 'Command Online', based near M3 J3. Richard is an MB Club forum sponsor and may be a good source of advice and inspiration, as well as discounts! Regards, lim
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    Confused about whether to change transmission oil

    Why not try 'Prestige Car Services' in nearby Hampshire! Oliver Stoner (Forum Sponsor "BlackC55") has recently been offering special rates for Tx fluid and filter changes. Regards, lim
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    Confused about whether to change transmission oil

    Tristand, Can you elaborate on the "transmission ECU reset" please? Is it a DIY operation, or does it require something like a Star DS? Regards, lim
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    Suitable power steering fluid

    That is the correct specification for PSF. Those that are approved are listed here. Regards, lim
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    oil minefield.

    Suitable solutions should be at the second sticky - "Which engine oil?" Regards, lim
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    Name this part ?

    Having 'blown up' the picture it gets bigger but also rather blurry. That said, it is very reminiscent of a water pump; but that's probably not the naïve answer that you were looking for! Regards, lim
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    Atf for 722.353 four speed

    Seek a fluid that satisfies M-B specification 236.1, 236.6, 236.7, 236.9 or 236.10. You will see that there are dozens to chose from; selection will be down to availability, cost and whim. Regards, lim
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    Oil Filter - Silly Question?

    Silly Answer? I have used filters from Mahle, Mann and Hengst in my W204 and I recall that one brand (I think it was the Hengst solution) had a circumferential line around the filter, the purpose of which was to provide an indication of proper engagement in the filter housing/holder. Regards...
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    E280 cdi sports estate - which power steering oil ?

    Sorry about the apparently incorrect suggestions. Mercedes-Benz and I stand corrected! Regards, lim
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    E280 cdi sports estate - which power steering oil ?

    I had thought that MB345.0 was generally for heavy duty use in commercial vehicles. From Sheet 231.1, it seems that the specification for your PS is MB236.3, which includes the PSF that you have been using. Regards, lim
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    Discs low - Do I need to change if the pads are ok?

    The front discs on a 204 start at 25mm; the lower limit for the thickness is 22.6mm. I tend to measure mine when I switch to winter tyres; after 30,000 miles, mine are down to 24mm - so they are only 40% worn. When and if discs are changed, new pads should be fitted as a matter of course at the...
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    Diesel remap insurance issues?

    I was ready to provide all sorts of detail to my insurer (LV), but all they wanted to know was if output power was increased by more than 25%. As the changes were 21% increase in power and 17% increase in torque there was no change to the premium. Regards, lim
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    Gearbox, differential oil and spark plugs

    This is my general purpose, come in handy solution for Mercedes-Benz lubricants and fluids! I consult them often and find it useful to have them all in one place. As links are embedded I hope that all the information should be bang up to date. This is the full list of Mercedes-Benz...
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    2010 C250 CDI oil change

    I remember Q20/50 well - it was bright green and cost about £1 for a gallon! This is my general purpose, come in handy solution for Mercedes-Benz lubricants and fluids! I consult them often and find it useful to have them all in one place. As links are embedded I hope that all the...
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    Icarsoft

    This is something that I have tried to investigate in the past. It would seem that the Star DS is the only guaranteed solution and that instruments from iCarsoft and Autel as well as the numerous 'Apps' that display OBDII data will not provide Tx fluid temperatures. That is not to say that...
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    Bad decision?What is this 236.12?

    This link gives the recently updated M-B specified gearbox lubricants and transmission fluids. This oil company link may also help. Regards, lim
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