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This comes up on a regular basis, so I thought i would convert the pdf file that is knocking about everywhere into a how-to friendly thread. All credit goes to Paul Darke who originally wrote the guide. I remember him telling me that he wanted this as a howto officially but i believe he has...

Chaps - I have finally worked out how to input the 229.5 oil grade into ASSYST and thereby hugely increase the interval displayed until the next service from 10000 to 17000 miles on my 2006 C230. :bannana: 1. Put key in ignition and turn to position 1; 2. Press Reset button 3 times in quick...

Hey guys i searched the net trying to find a how to guide on removing the lights on a W202, i couldn't so i thought i'd make one. . For the front left light (same for right) I have a 1996 W202. So here we go (my first one so any help welcome :)) Firstly open the bonnet on the car and...

I've been experiencing fuel starvation (basically seems like running out of fuel) at 1/4 tank on my W124 E300D estate. A W210 estate is probably identical (as it uses the same part number now) - No idea if Petrol is same or not. I believe Saloon is different. For this job you will need...

Had to get my brakes done as my warning light has been on for the past month and didn't want to risk not been able to stop at some point.I got all the parts from the dealer today with discount first time for anything. This is what I picked up 2 new disks pair of pads and 2 pad wear sensors...

Hi All, I decided to write this up to show and explain how a Kompressor (supercharger) from a C230 K W202 can be repaired after the bearings from the clutch failed. The total cost of repairs were only £120, other options were to replace the whole of the kompressor with clutch costing about...

Mods - please move to HOWTO section Once again, Mr. Walker of 124Works helped by doing the actual cutting! (met James Fearn too - nice bloke!) I would not be surprised it this worked for W203 too This was a whole lot easier than I anticipated. Hope it helps someone out there - was nice to...

When we did Paul's (JpsKiller) 3ltr Head Gasket we decided to do a howto. Its rather long so please be patient. I won't be able to complete the thread in one go as there are 40+ pictures and descriptions to go though. In the beginning take one 3 ltr engine and notice the oil sprouting from just...

When we did Paul's (JpsKiller) 3ltr Head Gasket we decided to do a howto. Its rather long so please be patient. I won't be able to complete the thread in one go as there are 40+ pictures and descriptions to go though. In the beginning take one 3 ltr engine and notice the oil sprouting from just...

1 Open bonnet to the vertical position 2 Remove top engine cover (clips) 3 Remove engine undertray (4 screws, 8mm socket, 2 clips) (from underneath) 4 Drain coolant (remove header tank cap), coolant drain point under LH side, use wide screwdriver and have something to...

Hi All, I have had a good look round and found many posts about Digital TV upgrades/conversions though nothing that I can follow through in a single thread that makes any sense. I am still confused about what would be required and how to rig it together. I already have the analogue TV...

Most fuel leaks on the OM606 engine happen around the fuel pump, specifically the plastic fuel lines between the pump and the two fuel filters. These, while a bit inaccessible, are generally a quick and easy job to replace. Tools: Mercedes splined tool part no - 617 589 01 09 00 6 x...

Most fuel leaks on the OM606 engine happen around the fuel pump, specifically the plastic fuel lines between the pump and the two fuel filters. These, while a bit inaccessible, are generally a quick and easy job to replace. Tools: Mercedes splined tool part no - 617 589 01 09 00 6 x...

Found some videos on Youtube that might be of interest to some. W202 Door Mirror Removal: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1DZL72RBEjg W202 Bose Sound System: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iuCSAJBnqVg W202 Ignition Tumbler Removal: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sSSgf4ZZCfA W202 Interior...

HOW TO: Fit a C43 AMG front bumper skin to a W202 Fit & Connect the front fog lights. Time taken: 2-3 Hours Tools required:-13mm Socket, Small Philips screwdriver, Pliers, Electric Drill - another person for fitting it back on. & to make you food/drink as you go on. Parts required...

HOW TO: Fit a C43 AMG front bumper skin to a W202 Fit & Connect the front fog lights. Time taken: 2-3 Hours Tools required:-13mm Socket, Small Philips screwdriver, Pliers, Electric Drill - another person for fitting it back on. & to make you food/drink as you go on. Parts required...

Needed to get the 2003 Sat nav CD that was stuck in my command unit out and replace it with the new 2007 version I bought from Alfie, so thought whilst I had it all stripped out I would write a HOW TO guide to aid others who need to know how to remove the centre console. The link is here...

think this post maybe better in the how too not sure tho! :cool: --------------------------------- following carried out on a 1998 clk230 convertible --------------------------------- first you need to open the roof and stop it in the position so the bow of the car is open along with the...

HOW TO: Fit an Avantgarde Grill on a W202 (Very easy Mod that is a must for all W202 owners) -Time taken 15-20 Mins Tools required: -8mm Socket, Small Philips screwdriver, Pliers. Parts required: -Avantgarde Grill (Also known as an S600 grill) £29 + £10 P&P from MatrixCar...

OK so a search on this forum shows that a Howto for the W210 pollen filter exists. However, the filters on my E320CDI year 2000 with the indicators on the door mirrors have a different configuration - it has 4 filters in total (2 pollen filters behind the glove box plus two carbon filters below...