query

Hey all, I have recently bought a 2004 W211 E220 Cdi, and have plans to swap bumpers etc to AMG bumpers along with other mods. My question is, does anyone know if the standard E55 twin backboxes would fit to the E220 platform? I'd have custom downpipe and center pipes fitted and adapted to...

Hi guys, A bit of confusion that I'd like cleared up if possible, I'm wondering if all W211 spring suspension have the notches on the struts/shocks that allow for repositioning the spring seating height as seen in the picture below (3a), if not, was it only sport suspension? The car I've...

Quick question, will a dodgy MAF cause the engine management light to come on? 2001 E55. Thanks.

Ok so maybe a daft question but do different C class estates have different centre consoles? My 2010 C250 has: Do some models have a storage unit or ashtray or something there instead of a blank panel? If there are any different one please post pics. Mark

Yesterday, I started the car after a local journey, pulled out of a side street into crawling traffic and realised the SBC/Brake Hold function had engaged itself, something I rarely use, unless I had inadvertently done so on this occasion. The brakes were only applied lightly, bringing the car...

Spoke to the dealers today about supplying me with an iPod interface kit for my car. Tried to get a part number off him but he was very sheepish about giving anything away. If I bought the module elsewhere like on eBay would the dealer be the only way to code it? & there are so many different...

Hello. I raised the car on a scissor lift (all wheels hanging free) but forgot to press the Lock button on the hydraulic ADS before doing so. Just wondering if I am going to cause problems with the ride height sensors etc by forgetting to Lock the suspension in place first? Any procedure I need...

Hi All, I have a Merc 350 SL 2004. When the light on the A/C switch is on does this mean that the A/C is on or off? Also are the plastic strips on either side of the rear window removable? Pete

HI All I hope one of you can help I have just purchased a E Class 320 Estate with the dreaded brake failure lamp on after having the brake system check over I have been informed that the SBC is faulty and does not just require a reset of the usage timing. My question is can anyone tell me how...

Hi, I'm wondering just how rare these cars were? There appears to be little information about them on the web. As far as I found, in 1989 AMG was not part of Mercedes and produced the AMG Hammer. This came in the forum of a 5+L engined model or a 3.2L? Anyone happen to have further...

Has anyone taken their car to detailing straight away or actually waited a month or so before taking it? Due to receive new w205 end of the month so was considering on getting a new car detail on it while I'm at it?

Hi all I have a 2006 ml320 w164. a few weeks ago I started getting the Airmatic warning Visit Workshop warning light. It seems to come on after about 20 minutes of driving and disappears when the car starts up again. Comfort, Sport and Auto all seem to function fine and the car has not...

Hello I'm 24 and my name is Liam I am waiting to pick up my c250bt amg line on a 64 plate I was just wondering if someone could help me as I have audio 20 cd with Garmin and was wondering if you can get online with this if not can you upgrade to comand online Thanks

Firstly a Big Hello to everyone on the Forum. Apologies if this is a post elsewhere, I looked but could not locate it! I've just had a (Balanced - Power & Economy) Re-Map carried out by a friendly bunch in Essex. Long drive on a very windy day. Very pleased with the performance - much more...

I am looking to purchase a 2007 S320 What tests can I do to ensure the air suspension is working correctly?

Guys, Can anyone pull up a MOT history on this car? FL05 KNK - 2005 CL500. cheers.

Hi guys need some help, my dad's e is due it's transmission service, can anyone help me with type of oil and quantity required and also does the gasket need change whilst sump is off? Thanks

Guys, Happy new year to all. I am going to check out a 2005 CL500 next week with 80k miles, about the active suspension. how does one check this out to ensure it does as its meant to do and has no defective components? At 80k miles would I be right to assume that these components will have...

Hi, I've just bought my first Mercedes, a 2010 C200 estate. I am just wondering if somebody can clarify how my parking sensors are supposed to work. It has front and rear sensors. When I've been using it I'm not getting any audible sounds, just the amber lights. Other cars I've driven with...

I wonder if someone could give me a few pointers here. I went out to change the rear brake pads on my W202 C180 Esprit Auto today only to find that the pin in the offside rear has seized. Seized to the point that it has bent everything I have tried to use to move it. (Including three...