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I have only just got into doing the mechanics Is there a guide prefably with pictures I have the Haynes but their photos are not clear enough for me Thanks to this site I have replaced a viscous fan clutch(£36), sorted the power steering fluid (£8-99)and replaced the heater controller (£10)...

How cold does the engine have to be before I can safely change the coolant? I ask because I think I am going to have to take a trip to Pit Start to do it and by the time I get there the engine will be fully up to temperature. "But why the trip to Pit Start?" I hear you asking. Two...

To replace caliper is it just undoing the brake hose and swapping it over. As I need both replaced as the bleed screw is snapped on one and rounded off on the other! I have a ml270

Is it possible to change the front round driving lights in the bumper of a 59 plate e class with the led ones that I've seen on some e classes. ?

Hi all, Hope someone has some advice. My SLK320 is now 10 years old and the front grill was chipped and very sorry looking. I have a brand new one from MB spares and the sunny weather today got me into gear. It looks a simple enough job - open bonnet, remove 8 screws and then slide the...

Need to replace the outer bushing in both spring control arms in the rear. But when I have the control arm loose it looks like it is made of two pieces and that the bushing is not possible to replace. Also the new bushing is 40 mm vs the hole in the arm which is 38 mm. Is it true that I...

Hi just wondering how much work is involved replacing a sill complete novice at this but willing to have a go Any advice would be greatfull

Hi, I'm looking at replacing the dull yellow type side lights with a brighter LED type light to match the Xenon headlamps. Can I just simply replace the existing 501 bulbs with LED ones? Halfords sell a Prism LED bulb 501 white light Halfords | Prism LED Bulb 501 White Will it cause errors...

I can take my iMac into Apple and they will replace my 1TB HD free. I have to take in my snow leopard discs. I run Time machine constantly in the background so things are fully backed up. Obviously this will come back with a cleaned HD - but I have personal data on my HD. If I disconnect...

Well, I haven't posted here in a while. 3 years and 61,000 miles and god knows how many sets of rear tyres later the trusty old C63 estate is getting replaced. A sad sad day indeed. The car has been absolutely fantastic. Only let me down once, when a power steering hose burst outside school one...

I just noticed today that the chrome strip on my front bumper is starting to peel at one corner. Can anyone tell me how easy / difficult it would be to repair or replace this strip, and where I could source another? Cheers.

Heard you can cause problems with ECU fitting new battery and that you should put lights on to stop surge whilst connecting. Any truth in this?

Just bought a 2001 A Class. Radio looks a bit bigger than normal? 1) What tools do I need to remove? 2) Do I need any wiring adaptors to replace with another radio? 3) Do I need any facia adaptors to replace with another radio?

I have recently purchased a 2006 C220 CDi and have an issue with the front passenger seatbelt. I'm not sure how the previous owner has managed it but the material has torn/become frayed in the middle, meaning the buckle gets stuck and doesnt slide up and down as required when a passenger puts on...

I’ve been trying to remove and replace the front 501 side lights/parking lights on my CLS but can’t seem to get the old ones out. It’s a tight spot so can’t get a good look either. I’ve tried twisting and pulling and still can’t seem to make it budge. Is there a particular trick to removing...

Hi It looks like I need to replace the metal fuel lines, both the supply and return, on a W116 1977 280SE. I've never done fuel lines before but understand they come ready made/shaped from the dealership. Albeit at a price!! Over £100 for the supply line alone! Or is it possible to make new...

I tried removing the ABS warning light from the dash to pass the MOT but the guy spotted it and so it had to be fixed. I found that the ABS ring was split. I got a new one from UK Parts Direct. It was £20 but I couldn't find the part anywhere else. It's quite easy to release the bolt holding...

?OK, can see 2 cross head machine screws on either side and a dome head something in the centre of the boot handle. Screws easy (well not, having to use a drill and extractor on one) whats the metal dome head thing? Ta.:o

Hello. My S320 2002 plate is stuck in Park, but with a bit of force it works. Once left in park for a while it gets stuck again. Im thinking of changing the whole selector unit for a secondhand one, will I need to programme it or is it a simple swap? Many thanks Kal

I am looking for some advice before fitting my new aerial. I have bought the proper part from Mercedes, but It goes without saying that the loom has already been butchered by the previous owner. I have removed the broken non Mercedes aerial but cannot work out how the new Mercedes aerial is...