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Hello guys I am new to this forum. I own 2006 ,E280 , Recently the car will take 3 or 4 kicks to start in the morning. Then the gear started to be funny and gearbox has locked , and stuck in high gear. What can i do to unlock the grarbox, something to do with pressure. Any help would...

Just wondered if anyone has had a crack at doing their own ? I did them on the E55K with the bonkers SBC setup and managed to keep all my fingers. Have not done any research on the new cars set up, any info would be gratefully received. Ta.

I bought a 2011 e350 earlier this year and generally pretty happy. The lights are bothering me though! I have the xenon dipped/main beam fitted. The inner lens with the side/parking light projects a very yellow light, especially when compared to the xenons. I thought a simple bulb change...

Want to do a mid service oil and filter change on my facelift C63 AMG, I'm new to these cars and just want to confirm I'm using a suitable oil. I'm looking at using a Mercedes Oil Filter and Castrol Edge Titanium 5W-40 (I have always preferred 5W-40 in my Audi S4 and have never had any issues...

I recently changed the battery in my 09 W204. Everything works fine on the car since then - except for the sunroof. It opens fine (either tilt or slide) but when closing it moves in short steps/jerks. This is when pushing the button in a small amount or fully for the full close function. I've...

Well I've sold my 2011 220 cdi c class coupe and bought a 2013 SLK 250 cdi amg sport auto in diamond white metallic. It has the panoramic vario roof, air scarf heated full black leather seats, air glide, command on line, parktronic incl parking assist. I'm currently searching for with the...

Hi, My audio 20 has not worked for a while.So I am thinking of getting one of the new type that looks like old one. Trouble is they say you need a 5m cable to replace the fibre optic cable in car. Has anyone fitted one of these and do they give you a wiring diagram to help fit it. Thanks in...

Hi folks. I'm new to Mercedes but pretty experienced with car mtce and stuff. I want to change the oil on my car and have no real issues with getting under to remove under tray and sump plug but fancy using an oil extractor from the top. As you will all know this car (pre-facelift)...

Roughly how much brake fluid would I need to push through the system on my CLK to ensure that all the old fluid had been expelled. Any benefit from using Motul racing spec fluid..?

My OM642 V6 is now due engine coolant change and a new V belt aswell. What is a reasonable price including genuine parts from an Indie to do this work and roughy how long would it take to do?

Just getting ready to change some fluids and in my stock of bits n pieces I have some Castrol Syntrax 75w140. Will this be ok in my diff or should I get some 75w90 :dk:

Hey guys I have a 2002 final edition 230k w208. I swapped the battery out on Sunday after the original finally got killed off by the weather. Since then i've had some odd glitches with the electrics and I was hoping someone could help me out. For ease, i'll just list them. I'd really...

Hey guys I have a 2002 final edition 230k w208. I swapped the battery out on Sunday after the original finally got killed off by the weather. Since then i've had some odd glitches with the electrics and I was hoping someone could help me out. For ease, i'll just list them. I'd really...

Admin please remove if this aint allowed This is by far the biggest mercedes engine iv ever worked on, its fitted in a Grove 5100 all terrian crane that weighs around 70t on the road so this engine and transmission gets quite stressed, its got a 680hp and does around 2-3 mpg on a good day...

Hi guys, I have a W211 E270 CDI 2003, is it possible change to w211 facelift model steering with also the steering control?? Thanks

Finding a lot of opinions about if you can use a vacpump or not to suck the old oil out on a oil change on a 2004 E55k w211 Does anyone know the facts or can point me in the right direction. Thanks :thumb:

Can anyone tell me the correct interval for changing the oil and filter in a W212 E200 CDI 5 speed auto box (722.6). Many thanks, Rob ...

Hi - new member looking for some advice! I have a 14 plate A Class that has done 22000 miles. At the last check the garage told me it needed new brake pads and discs. Been looking round the independent garages and they are telling me that neither really need doing. The pad wear light has...

Hi, I am interested in views concerning changing the alloy wheels on my W126 to be able to use newer tyres. The car has its' original 14 inch Mexican hat rims, but the choice is very limited for new tyres. The rims are 6 x 14, and about the only tyres that fit are either the very expensive...

Hi, does anyone know if the ECU has to be adjusted if the battery is changed? I was told it was best to have the battery fitted by a Merc garage as they would need to check the ECU would charge the battery at the correct rate etc. Is this true or just "hogwash"!? Thanks Paul