Diesel Mercedes-Benz cars, SUV and Sprinter vans equipped with BlueTEC engines are one of the most advanced diesel engines in the world. High-pressure fuel injection system and variable geometry turbochargers ensure optimal combustion. This gives better power output and lowers exhaust gas emissions. Clouds of black smoke on acceleration are a …
Read More »In this tutorial, we cover common harmonic balancer/crankshaft pulley problems and instructions on how to replace it. This is a common problem with Mercedes-Benz equipped with the M112 and M112 engines. These two engines are installed on many Mercedes-Benz models manufactured between 1995 and 2005 including E-Class, C-Class, S-Class, ML-Class. This …
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Engine misfires are one of the most common problems we see in many Mercedes-Benz cars. To be honest, it is not because MB cars are weak in this area, but because most owners forget that spark plugs are wear items and need to be replaced at the recommended intervals. As …
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Problem When you turn the steering wheel on your Mercedes-Benz you may hear a loud squeaking or weird whining noise. The noise is a common problem, with Mercedes Benz E-Class, S-Class, C-Class and ML-Class and it is most noticeable when you first start up the car. Typically the engine is cold. …
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Do you hear a loud whine when you turn the steering wheel of your Mercedes-Benz? This may be most noticeable when starting the car or when the engine is cold and is typically caused by low power steering fluid. Not only is this embarrassing; but if the power steering level …
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Mercedes won’t start or turn over? Are you experiencing Mercedes-Benz no-start problems? Key won’t turn at all? Engine turns over but the car will not start? Maybe it finally starts, runs for a few seconds and then dies. These are common Mercedes-Benz starting problems. This comprehensive step-by-step guide is written …
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There are two methods to check the engine oil level on Mercedes-Benz cars. Method 1: Using the engine dipstick (omitted on some Mercedes-Benz models) Method 2: On your instrument cluster, via the multifunction buttons on the steering wheel. In this article, we provide step by step instructions on how to …
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How to use the OBD-II, Bluetooth, and Your Phone to troubleshoot your Mercedes-Benz All Mercedes-Benz cars manufactured after 1996 are equipped with an OBD-2 port, mandated by federal regulations. OBD stands for On-Board Diagnosis. The OBD-II port allows you access to your car’s Engine Control Unit (ECU) which monitors, RPMs, sensors, …
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Problems with the Crankshaft Position Sensor (CPS) on Mercedes-Benz cars are fairly common. If you have been experiencing stalling or no start conditions, a failed crankshaft position sensor is often the problem. Your CPS may have failed if the engine cranks but it will not start. At first, you may experience …
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