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hi recent member just found time to sit down and look at how to post a thread i drive a 91 e230 w124 estate my car is the my avatar first of all i would like to say thanks to all the members threads that i have read and where a big help cheers i am mechanically minded but not a pro mechanic...

Hi all, My SC220CDI engine is making a strange noise, it sounds like a chain or something metallic, that gradually increase as rpm rise! Doing this noise for 40000km, and being noticeably loud with time. The noise is nothing exaggerated but its not normal, and I have afraid of damaging...

hi there im going to changemy timing chain tensioner on my w202 95 has anyone else done this and igot the tensioner from mercedes it was 80 euro i know i could do it i just need some does and donts thanks i have the haynes manual on standby

Hi All Just sold My BMW and I am now enjoying Mercedes ownership with my 211 E320 cdi! I have also owned a 208d sprinter with the 2.3 diesel engine (same as 308d I believe). (which incidentely has been far more reliable than the 3 year old BMW M3 I just sold!!!) Any way I'm after your...

i have recently replaced the cam chain on my car. i did tighten up the chain to what i thought was tight enough. but when i rev it, it sounds noisy. so i took the cam cover off again and i now can see that the cam chain is looser than when put it in. so i pulled the tensioner out again and moved...

I've got a WB210 (E class 220CDI Estate, Silver, black leather, auto). Its got ful MBSH up to 115,000 and its now on 128,000 so due a service in a few thousand. My question is do the cam chains ever need replacing and if so when? I've had a number of Audi's (A4 Avant and TT) so have been...

Helloooo I have a facelift C230 Komp and I would like to know if it has a cambelt or if its chain driven. I can see a large belt at the front of the engine is this the cambelt or just for the supercharger? What are the replacement intervals on belts/chains? Thanx for any info!! Mike...

Hi i have a Brand new boxed genuine Mercedes Benz timing chain. I had brought this for my W210 E320cdi, never used it and whilst cleaning out found it! Part No. A003 997 75 94 Pm me....

My A140, registered March 2000 (petrol) recently cut out whilst on the motorway. A vacuum test shows no presure in all 4 cylinders; I'm thinking the timing chain may have snapped. The car has done 110K miles and has full service history. Anyone had similar experience or any suggestions as to...

Hi all. my 85', 107, 500sl has a comprehensive merc specialist history from 1991. She's now at 154k with excellent oil pressure. However, I cannot see cam chain tensioner replacement in the bills? Is it worth doing? If so, how much would it be? Also, should I be concerned with an oil leak...

just changed the head gasket and all is fine except i noticed some material has come off the tentioner and i think the chain is to tight? i removed the plunger to take off the cam sprocket and put it back in again? has the plunger got to be set? and is there an easier way of replacing the...

When should the timing chain be checked? My e200 komp has covered 125,000 miles and is due a b service in about another 5,000. Is it checked then or shouild I ask to have it checked asap??? many thanks

Hello everyone! Has anyone ever experienced a snapped timing chain on a SLK 230 Kompressor? I have a 1997 model that I bought when it was 18 months old and it has a full service history and never been thrashed. The garage tells me I need a new/second-hand engine but finding one appears to be a...

Hi All Coming up on 93,000 miles on my 2000 S320 and was wondering at what intervals should the timing chain be replaced, or for that matter should it be replaced at all, any advice welcome. Niall

Hi please could you help and tell me if you know if my 1997 w202 c200 has a timing belt or chain many thanks in advance

My 2002 e200 komp is coming up for 116,000 miles. When should the timing chain be replaced and I have an A service due in 1500miles, so what else in addition to the usual A service will be needed? Many thanks :rock:

i need t remove the cylinder head, i therefore need to spilt timing chain does the original chain have a spilt link or do have to brake it and fit a spilt link thanks john27

Found this well illustrated post on changing the timing chain and valve clearances on the 16v 190 engines. Its under technical/engine and drive train/engine/changing timing chain and valve clearances. http://www.mercedes190.co.uk/ :rock:

Hi 94 W124 OM606 non Turbo Got my injectors re-balanced for £25 each, the performance has greatly improved, a lot more pull on hills and is overall a lot more responsive -BUT - It's started nailing (pinking) under 1200 revs. The guy who did them said he had set the pop pressure at 160...

I have just had the cylinder head gasket replaced on my wifes 1993 2ltr 190E at 105000miles ,I decided to have a new Mercedes OE duplex timing chain kit fitted while the job was being done, after completion of the job there is a whine form the timing chain area, not excessive but noticable...