How to replace the alternator on a Mercedes-Benz. If your instrument cluster displays a warning such as ‘Battery/Alternator Defective. Visit the workshop,’ do not assume that the alternator needs to be replaced immediately. First, test the battery and charging system to confirm the cause of the warning: here is how …
Read More »Mercedes-Benz TeleAid SOS Malfunction Warning: How to Fix It
Is your Mercedes-Benz greeting you with an “SOS TeleAid not Activated” or “SOS Defective Please Visit Workshop” warning on your Instrument Cluster? Many early Mercedes-Benz TeleAid systems relied on legacy cellular technology that is no longer supported in the United States. As a result, some vehicles may display TeleAid-related warnings …
Read More »Mercedes-Benz “Battery Protection: Convenience Functions Temporarily Unavailable”: Meaning and Solution
You may have wondered why the “Battery protection: Convenience functions temporarily unavailable” warning came up. Your car may still start and drive normally. This warning will come up if you: Leave the car sitting for several days without starting it. Leave your radio or lights on with the engine off. …
Read More »How to Replace the Engine Oil Level Sensor (B40) on a Mercedes-Benz
Below, you will find step-by-step instructions with pictures on removing and installing a new engine oil sensor on a Mercedes-Benz engine. Part numbers related to the oil level sensor are shown below; there could be more. The oil level sensor (B40) measures the oil level, the oil temperature, and the …
Read More »How to Check the Automatic Transmission Fluid Level on a Mercedes-Benz 722.6
This procedure applies to Mercedes-Benz models equipped with the 722.6 5 speed automatic transmission and a service dipstick tube. It does not apply to the 722.9 7 speed transmission, which uses a different fluid level procedure. If that is what you have, start with the 722.9 7G-Tronic problems and fluid …
Read More »How to Replace the Engine Air Filter on Mercedes-Benz C, E, CLK, CLS, G, GLK, and ML-Class Models
Check the maintenance schedule for your specific model. Many Mercedes-Benz models in this range specify engine air filter replacement at about 40,000 miles or 4 years under normal conditions. Replace it sooner when driving in dusty conditions. There are two engine air filters on these models, and both sit on …
Read More »How to Replace the Front Lower Ball Joint on Mercedes E-Class W211 and CLS W219
These instructions will show you how to remove and replace the front lower ball joint on a Mercedes E-Class W211 or CLS W219. Before you begin, review the part numbers and tools needed. These instructions apply to Rear Wheel Drive models only. If you have a 4MATIC model, use the …
Read More »How to Replace the Front Lower Forward Control Arm on a Mercedes-Benz E-Class W211 and CLS-Class C219
Step-by-step instructions for replacing the lower forward control arm. Check out this article if you need to replace the front rearward control arm. Parts Needed This arm goes by three names: front lower forward control arm, thrust arm, or torque strut. Left Front Lower Forward Control Arm, RWD only: 2113304911 …
Read More »DIY: How to Replace the Front Lower Rearward Control Arm on Mercedes W211 E-Class and C219 CLS-Class
Step-by-step DIY instructions with pictures on replacing the Front Lower (Rearward) Control Arms with Bushings. These instructions apply to Rear Wheel Drive W211 E-Class and C219 CLS-Class models only. If the ball joint is the worn part rather than the arm, see our front lower ball joint guide; for the …
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