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Hey Peeps, Im on the process of removing my heater matrix on the W124, im doing ok got the entire dashboard out, just cant get the matrix out?! i no that the heater unit needs to come out to access the matrix, but i cant seem to get it out. Do the pipes need to come out with it? ive been...

One of my locking wheel bolt tops sheared off when I was (possibly over-...) tightening it. Not I cannot get it off. Have tried a Locking Wheel Nut Remover reverse thread socket from Halfords, with impact driver and 12v impact wrench, but I think it's slightly too big (19.5mm approx between...

Some of the stitching has come undone on a seam on the back part of my drivers seat (the backrest) on my CLK430. To do the job properly I need to remove that which will involve taking the headrest out etc etc but I'm hoping someone else has come across this as theres lots of electrical stuff in...

I have a problem where the sat nav does not see the CD, also when ejecting it it comes out at an upwards angle and does does come right out. I want to take it out to look at it. How is this done without damaging the trim!! Thanks

Hello I am currently doing and v8 engine and gearbox like to like swap for a sec 500 and I have struck a problem. The problem is that I cannot remove to the wires and the other vacuum lines around the auto gear box. I was wondering if any you have a tip in removing the vac and wires from an...

Hi all, probably a numpty question, but how do I remove the gear knob in my W208 - does it just unscrew ?

I'm trying to drop the prop shaft on my W123 diesel to change the centre bearing but am having a little trouble (never done one before). I've undone and removed the 6 bolts on the front flex disc and the same on the rear one, then removed the handbrake cabling that gets in the way, then the 2...

Mildly vigerous trying to get tree sap off the car. Was using Autoglym tar remover with a cloth (not microfibre). Sap has gone but lots of tiny superficial scratches - not in the paitnwork itself - more the clearcoat is there a way to remove this? TIA

hi is it ok to run the engine of a M110 engined R107 without the vbelt on? I need to locate an exhaust manifold leak and its hard to test with the breeze caused by the radiator fan. i only want to idle it like this for a few mins in order to pin point the leaks.... not drive it etc. is...

Does the C-Pillar trim simply pull off and then pop back on in the usual way? Just looking at it today I am wondering if I need to remove the grab handle to remove it properly, I am replacing the FM booster splitter unit but dont want to knacker the trim! Can anyone offer any advice etc on...

This may seem like a stupid issue/question...but i need to vent and hopefully there i siome miracle cure So this morning, before going to work, I had to get my Tax disc, of which I just laid my new tax disc on top of as I couldn't be bothered to open up tax disc holder. The previous owner...

I need to remove the door card on my 1985 W123. The only thing I cannot seem to remove is the chrome surround to the inner door handle. Does it just pull out or does it slide? If so which way? Help greatly appreciated.

Hi, All I'm needing to replace some damaged wiring on the electric sunroof, has any one removed the roof lining in the past. If so I'd like a few tips. I'm pretty new to Merc owner ship, I've baught the car to help me carry stuff whilst I'm doing up my GTi. Then when it's done I'll turn my...

who do i remove my front bumper, anybody got any instructions

Does any body know if i have to take the bumper off to remove both headlights on my 2002 e class,

In order to change front pads and discs on a W210 do you simply need to remove the caliper carrier bolts (18mm I think) and then the small 7mm hex bolt to remove the disc? in other words there are simply three fasteners to change discs and pads? Can the pads be changed without removing the...

Hi i have a small chip on the wooden panel just above where the ignition key is. How easy is it to remove the wood panels from the dashboard itself? i assume they are screwed on from behind - how do you get to the nuts? thanks Derek

I posted a thread earlier with regards to a problem I have with the rear interior lights in my W210. Now, I need to remove the cover, check the unit and, if needed, remove the bulbs and use the car with the light bulbs removed. This should be okay, shouldn't it? To remove the cover: I assume I...

Hi, I've just inherited a C180 Elegance (2002) in beautiful condition, inside and out. The only problems are the two long (medium depth) scratches in the lacqured wooden trim running down either side of the automatic gear stick. Does anyone have any ideas how they can be removed or can...

About 4 years ago one of my kids spilt a load of orange juice on the floor of my wife's Clio. The carpets are pale grey and the stain is ugly. Any suggestions for products to shift the stain? Thanks