Hi guys, just bought one of these
2003 e270 cdi
It has full mbsh and seems ok. Bodywork is good and I’m happy with it however I like to do bits and bobs to cars to get them to my standard and have a few questions (never owned a merc before)
1. Interior lights not working. Does this indicate a whole new unit? Or is it common for fuses to go
2. Thermostat is reading low and needs changed. Is it worth draining the coolant completely? What is the coolant capacity?
3. Doors are stiff, how should I lube them up
4. Steering feels a bit heavier than expected. It is on 19s but I’ve nothing to compare it to as I’ve only driven this one. Common issue?
5. Brakes don’t seem that great, haven’t checked them but are they known to be a weak point? My previous car did have over servo’d brakes so maybe I’m just not used to them yet.
Thanks!
2003 e270 cdi
It has full mbsh and seems ok. Bodywork is good and I’m happy with it however I like to do bits and bobs to cars to get them to my standard and have a few questions (never owned a merc before)
1. Interior lights not working. Does this indicate a whole new unit? Or is it common for fuses to go
2. Thermostat is reading low and needs changed. Is it worth draining the coolant completely? What is the coolant capacity?
3. Doors are stiff, how should I lube them up
4. Steering feels a bit heavier than expected. It is on 19s but I’ve nothing to compare it to as I’ve only driven this one. Common issue?
5. Brakes don’t seem that great, haven’t checked them but are they known to be a weak point? My previous car did have over servo’d brakes so maybe I’m just not used to them yet.
Thanks!