Recently, I had a check engine light for the O2 sensor on a Mercedes-Benz. The car also sounded like it had an exhaust leak. After getting the car up on the lift, I discovered that the catalytic converter was separated. I received a couple of quotes, one for an aftermarket …
Read More »VIDEO: Change Serpentine Poly V Drive Belt & tensioner on a Mercedes-Benz
This Do-It-Yourself will guide you on how to: Replace your entire Poly V Belt Replace the belt tensioner Replace the idler pulley Also, it is the first step if you need to replace your alternator or a/c compressor. This applies to engines M112 and M113, which are found on …
Read More »Removing the Airbag, Steering Wheel, Clock Spring, and Turn Signal Switch on a Mercedes-Benz.
This guide covers: How to Remove the Steering Wheel on a Mercedes-Benz How to Remove the Steering Wheel Radio Control Buttons How to Replace the Clock Spring How to Remove the Steering Wheel Radio Control Buttons Estimated time: Time:  45 min Tools: T30 Torx driver, 10 mm hex …
Read More »How to Check for Bad Engine Mounts on a Mercedes-Benz
Are you wondering whether your Mercedes-Benz has bad engine mounts? Here is a simple way to check whether the engine mounts are worn or damaged. This procedure requires a helper. Never stand in front of or behind the vehicle while the engine is under load. Here are the steps: Have …
Read More »How to Remove and Replace a Mercedes-Benz Steering Wheel and Airbag.
This video will show you how to remove most Mercedes-Benz cars’ steering wheels and airbags. In this video, you need to remove the steering wheel or the clock spring, but you can see that they are easy to replace once the steering wheel is removed. Tools Required: Flathead screwdriver. Torx …
Read More »M272 Balance Shaft Sprocket and Timing Chain Problems
Early M272 engines can suffer premature wear of the balance shaft sprocket. As the sprocket teeth wear, camshaft timing can drift relative to the crankshaft, causing a check engine light, rough running, and Mercedes fault codes 1200 or 1208. A stretched timing chain can cause similar faults, but it is …
Read More »How to replace batteries on any Key Fob Remote for Mercedes Benz
How to change the battery on the Mercedes Benz Smart Key Fob. How do you know you need a new battery? Common signs include reduced remote range or lock and unlock buttons that no longer respond. These videos will show how to change the battery on different Mercedes-Benz Key Fob …
Read More »Tips & Tricks How to change COMAND logo to AMG (hidden menu)
Did you know that you can change the logo on your COMAND radio system from the Mercedes-Benz logo to the AMG logo? You must know a few simple steps to make the change, a secret procedure you won’t find in your owner’s manual. You don’t need Star Diagnostic Software to …
Read More »SECRET MENU: Turn off ESP, get oil level reading & battery voltage
Mercedes Benz Secret / Hidden Menu Close the driver’s door and turn the ignition to position 1. Display the speed or outside temperature in the instrument cluster. Press the cluster reset button three times. When the service menu appears, use the steering wheel buttons to scroll through the available information. …
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