How to diagnose Mercedes-Benz Check Engine Light (CEL) problems. Is your check engine light on? Is it flashing? Did the check engine light come on while driving? Don’t panic. When the check engine light turns on in your instrument cluster, the computer on your car has noticed that the engine is not running at …
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Mercedes-Benz Transmission Problems This article discusses the most common Mercedes-Benz transmission problems and how you can fix some of them. This troubleshooting guide will help you narrow down the transmission problem and teach you how to perform some repairs. If your transmission is stuck in gear and you are far …
Read More »Mercedes Benz balance shaft engine issues. How to check by VIN. M272/273
Mercedes-Benz balance shaft problems and how to check your car. Mercedes-Benz V6 and V8 engines had timing chain problems caused by balance shaft and idler gear failures. Mercedes produced specific models with defective gears in their balance shafts (M272 engines) or with defective idle gears ( M273 engines). These faulty gears wear …
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