Rear Differential Problems and Symptoms This DIY guide shows you how to replace the rear differential fluid in a Mercedes-Benz. Changing the differential fluid will help avoid costly differential repairs down the road. Some symptoms of a bad differential on a Mercedes-Benz are whining, rumbling, humming, growling, noise while turning, …
Read More »DIY How to replace Oxygen O2 Sensor Mercedes-Benz
Step-by-step instructions on changing the oxygen (O2) sensor in your car. Is the check engine light on because of a bad oxygen sensor? You don’t have to spend your life savings replacing a defective O2 sensor. Here we will show you the steps to replace an oxygen sensor successfully. An …
Read More »How to replace the STARTER Step by Step DIY with Pictures
In this repair guide, we will show you how to replace the starter on a Mercedes-Benz. These instructions should apply to several Mercedes-Benz models, such as the C, E, ML, CLS, SLK, CLK-Class, and S-Class. In this case, we replace the starter on a C-Class W203. If you have a …
Read More »How to Replace the Alternator on a Mercedes-Benz M112 and M113 Engine: C-Class, E-Class, CLK and SLK 1998 to 2007
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 »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 »DIY How to Repair a Windshield Rock Chip or Bullseye
Easy step by step photo and video instructions for repairing a windshield rock chip or bullseye. Repairing a small windshield chip is a straightforward DIY job, even if this is your first time. So go ahead, do it all yourself; it’s easy. It is better to repair a rock chip …
Read More »How to Replace Mercedes-Benz M112 V6 Valve Cover Gaskets
Step-by-step instructions on replacing the valve cover gaskets on the Mercedes-Benz M112 V6, fitted to the C-Class, CLK, E-Class, ML, S-Class and SLK. The full application list and part numbers are at the foot of this page. When the valve cover gasket leaks oil, it drips on the exhaust manifold. …
Read More »Mercedes-Benz Power Steering Pump Replacement With Pictures and Video: E-Class, CLK-Class, SL-Class, C-Class, SLK-Class, and CL-Class
Instructions on replacing the power steering pump or the power steering reservoir on Mercedes-Benz V6 and V8 cylinder engines, such as the M112 and M113 engines. Symptoms of power steering failure include: Whining or squealing noises The steering wheel is difficult to turn Loss of steering assist Before replacing a …
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