maintenance

I thought it was worth a quick note to re-emphasise the importance of preventive maintenance on the monoblade wiper mechanisms. Mercedessource describes it well: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W3IPjKgC5AQ In mine, the grease had turned to a wax-like compound after 20 years of use. I...

Have just bought a new Merc E-class E350 diesel, 3yrs old, but with only 3000 miles (three!) on the clock. No service has been done. I guess I might need to change some fluids? Engine oil, transmission oil, brake fluid, coolant? What fluids get 'tired' if unused? Advice required please!

After 5 happy years in my W203 Estate it reached 200k miles so I decided to sell it and upgrade - as I sit here I'm waiting for an eBay idiot to come and waste my time, but beggars can't be choosers, and with that high a mileage and bodywork with scratches, flaky paint and a couple of bruises it...

Hi, I currently have a Ctek xs3600 battery charger, I only drive my car in good weather, so it won't be getting much use over the next few months. The car a ( 2006 CLS 350 ) last week had a service B at the main dealer, no advisories! ( car has FMBSH ). Before the car went in for a service I...

Over the past year I have to replace the rear hatch struts (280euro inc fitting) and apparently this is rare ... also the previous owner damaged the locking rear seat catch .. I thought it would be a cable but no.. it cost 570euro to fit & supply the new Merc part in the seat... . I complained...

I am new to convertible ownership and like to keep on top of preventative maintenance wherever possible Any advice please on water-proofing the hood on my SL500 R129. My car is about 12 years old and the roof appears to be in good condition - and mostly beads when sprayed with the hose - I...

I believe my car has the KR647 alloy wheels. deep dish with chrome rings... someone on here did say that these chrome rings do come off.. but I am not sure of this.. anyway there are some scrapes and chips on the chrome rings and wanted to know would alloy refurbishers be able to do something...

Hi all We are seriously considering the purchase of a (2002ish) W210 E320 estate and I am wondering what sort of money I should put aside for servicing. The car will cover 6-10,000 miles per year and will probably have about 150 -160K miles on it when we buy it. I think there is a Mercedes Indie...

Can anyone recommend a MB specialists (Im just south of Lincoln)?

I've had my 2004 S211 E320 CDI with FSH and 157K miles for about a year now and intend to keep it for a lot longer. With this in mind, I would like to ask your advice on what preventative maintenance I should think about having done to it. I am quite capable of carrying out most tasks and for...

I have just bought a merc. My mate tells me it has a Diamond Brite or similar finish. Its a 2004 but the bodywork looks showroom. Can any of the forum members well into detailing suggest how this finish should be maintained. Thanks Joe

Hey guys. I recently bought a w203 2002 cdi. I had it looked at by my local mb specialist and they came up with all these advisories. Is it worth me keeping the car or are these just wear and tear items that I shouldnt be too put off about. I will likely get something of similar age so is...

Hi Guys, wondering if anyone can advise a cause/solution. I have a first floor (top floor)flat rented out and for the last 3 years I have had tenants complain of damp and mould appearing in the top corners of various room's walls and ceilings, but only on outside walls. This started the winter...

Interesting read: The high cost of ownership has just begun - FT.com

Hi All, I picked up our new C220 CDI Auto Sports Plus Coupe today and I have to say I'm impressed!!! Do you guys have any tips on running it in properly? Or any else I can do to make sure it stays in tip top condition? Never had a new Merc so I'm interested in other people's experiences...

I am thinking to go for a four years at a quoted £31 / month. The car has had 2 services done on it already. First one (A) when the car was prepared before sale and the second one last Thursday (B) was done foc (negotiated as party of the deal when I bought the car). What are the experiences...

My 200 clk (04) is running less well on the mpg front at the moment. I had a service in January but only do 10-15miles per day so guessing this might have something to do with that? It was running at around 30/32mpg, worked out by the trip and amount of petrol i was putting in to miles done...

Having purchased my first W124 280E sedan, I'd love the advice of those who have gone before and continue to do their own servicing and maintenance, please. Yes, I do my own work, have to, due to my locale and my short pockets. Handtools, spanner sizes and types. What are the common sizes? Are...

The forks on my bike are seized (don't go up and down) and I'd like to unseize them. Trouble is that I have no idea how the innyrds work. Has anybody any experience of how bicycle forks work and how to adjust / lubricate them? I've had no luck in getting info on the web about my model...

Does anyone know if there are Haynes type manuals out there. Had a look on Internet to no avail...