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[comandAlan]

Does anyone know of a good independent MB specialist?
Alan

 

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[E55BOF]

Wayne Gates is closed for holiday at the moment; back on Monday next.

 

[comandAlan]

Thanks for this however, I live in surrey, do you know of any around here.Alan

 

[comandAlan]

Thasnks E55BOF. I have a CLK 200, it making a noise when driving, similar to a bad driveshaft. But the car is back wheel drive. the noise started when turning right, but now it appears to be there most of the time.
Alan

 

[markjay]

Thanks for this however, I live in surrey, do you know of any around here.Alan

I don't, other might do, but just keep in mind that having to travel a bit for an exceptional specialist is not uncommon among Merc owners.

PS - there's also MB Brooklands in Weybridge, I do recommend them for Service Care Plan, but for repairs you will obviously prefer a non-franchised garage.

 

[comandAlan]

Many thanks for this E55BOF. I have a CLK 200, it making a noise when driving, similar to a bad driveshaft. But the car is back wheel drive. the noise started when turning right, but now it appears to be there most of the time.
Alan

 

[markjay]

Thasnks E55BOF. I have a CLK 200, it making a noise when driving, similar to a bad driveshaft. But the car is back wheel drive. the noise started when turning right, but now it appears to be there most of the time.
Alan

If it's a ticking noise from under the car, it could be the parking brake strap coming loose and hitting the drive shaft, this is a common issue and 10 minute fix (once you are under the car).

If it's a grinding noise from the front (either side), it could be a wheel bearing, about half hour labour plus parts.

 

[comandAlan]

I don't, other might do, but just keep in mind that having to travel a bit for an exceptional specialist is not uncommon among Merc owners.

PS - there's also MB Brooklands in Weybridge, I do recommend them for Service Care Plan, but for repairs you will obviously prefer a non-franchised garage.

Many thanks, yes few mileage is not uncommon and understood. I just need a good MB specialist. I have a CLK 200 on 09 plate.Alan

 

[markjay]

On another note.... your CLK 200 will have the M271 engine (4-Cyl petrol). These engines are prone to premature timing gear failure. I would ask the specialist to remove the cam cover and inspect the camshaft sprocket wheels for wear. An unexpected failure could be very expensive.

 

[comandAlan]

If it's a ticking noise from under the car, it could be the parking brake strap coming loose and hitting the drive shaft, this is a common issue and 10 minute fix (once you are under the car).

If it's a grinding noise from the front (either side), it could be a wheel bearing, about half hour labour plus parts.

I've taken it to two garages but they were unable to solved issue. it appeared to start when turning right, not now seems to be on straight too.

 

[leef44]

Thanks for this however, I live in surrey, do you know of any around here.Alan

We are quite keen about our cars on here. I'm also from Surrey and take my car down to Horndean for Prestige Car Service to sort out any issues and service my car

They can provide you a courtesy car for free as long as you refuel after use. We tend to do a day out in Gunwharf Quays to make the most of it. I'm lucky in that my wife is quite frugal but it could be an expensive day out if you or your other half are keen on brand labels

 

[markjay]

Does this help?

Great information about click noise on MB | General Discussion

Had a mad clicking noise coming from what sounded like the gear box so had a look on mb and there was a few post about it heat shield hitting prop plus brake pads rattling and one handbrake cable rubbing on the prop and of course clip broke and cable on prop make where it’s rubbing so easy fix...

forums.mbclub.co.uk

 

[comandAlan]

On another note.... your CLK 200 will have the M271 engine (4-Cyl petrol). These engines are prone to premature timing gear failure. I would ask the specialist to remove the cam cover and inspect the camshaft sprocket wheels for wear. An unexpected failure could be very expensive.

Ah, sounds drastic. surely thid would come up on the dash

 

[comandAlan]

We are quite keen about our cars on here. I'm also from Surrey and take my car down to Horndean for Prestige Car Service to sort out any issues and service my car

They can provide you a courtesy car for free as long as you refuel after use. We tend to do a day out in Gunwharf Quays to make the most of it. I'm lucky in that my wife is quite frugal but it could be an expensive day out if you or your other half are keen on brand labels

Thanks, need a good MB specialist, will consider though.Alan

 

[markjay]

Ah, sounds drastic. surely thid would come up on the dash

When it does..... it's too late

You want to catch it before .

Google "M271 timing failure", its all there.

 

[comandAlan]

On another note.... your CLK 200 will have the M271 engine (4-Cyl petrol). These engines are prone to premature timing gear failure. I would ask the specialist to remove the cam cover and inspect the camshaft sprocket wheels for wear. An unexpected failure could be very expensive.

Thanks for that, however it does not make noise when stable, only when driving

 

[comandAlan]

When it does..... it's too late

You want to catch it before .

Google "M271 timing failure", its all there.

Will do, thanks

 

[Major774]

I am also from Surrey and use PCS in Horndean as well.

 

[markjay]

Thanks for that, however it does not make noise when stable, only when driving

No, I don't think that what you described is related to the M271 timing gear (hence why I said 'on another note'...). They don't all go pop, obviously, it's just a word of caution... too many people with M271 engines came and went on here.... better safe than sorry.