The Mercedes-Benz C117 CLA-Class was created as a more youthful alternative to the C-Class. It comes standard with a very good-looking center console and front profile. This article will look at the 15 most popular modifications to the C117. Applicable Models: CLA180, CLA200, CLA250, CLA45. Applicable Models: CLA180, CLA200, CLA250, …
Read More »722.9 7G Tronic Automatic Transmission Problems and Solutions
The 722.9 automatic transmission by Mercedes-Benz is an electronically controlled gearbox with seven forward gears and two reverse gears. This article overviews the 722.9 automatic transmissions, common problems, troubleshooting tips, and frequently asked questions. Advantages of Mercedes 7G Automatic Transmission There are several advantages to having 7 gears. Here is …
Read More »2010-2016 E-Class W212 Top Upgrades, Mods, Accessories
Have you spotted an awesome-looking W212 Mercedes-Benz E-Class? This list includes a few updated ideas to make your E350, E550, or even E63 AMG look even better. We spent several hours assembling a list of upgrade ideas for your Mercedes-Benz W212. These are easy upgrades and should work on E350, …
Read More »Overview W212 E-Class Reliability, Common Problems
2010-2016 E-Class W212 The first, second, and third Benz generations were exquisite. The fourth generation has had wonderful and state-of-the-art features for several years. You may be wondering how the E-Class W212 may have been holding up. The W212 E-Class, the successor of W211, is among the cars you must …
Read More »Mercedes Interior Trim / Buttons / Switches Fading or Peeling
Learn how to repair peeling or faded steering wheel and window switch buttons. Replacing the buttons on the steering wheel is typically very costly. It requires that you remove the steering wheel in some cases. Instead of going the expensive route, you can use an [easyazon_link keywords=”Radio Buttons Repair Kit” …
Read More »W211 Mercedes E-Class TOP 10+ Mods, Upgrades and Accessories
Here is a list of the most popular upgrades and accessories for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class (E320, E350, E500) 2003-2009. Most of these upgrades can be purchased online; links are provided. Use the comments section below to let other Mercedes-Benz owners know which one is your favorite upgrade or best accessory. …
Read More »Mercedes Flex Disc Problems, Symptoms, Cost
What is a flex disc? [easyazon_image align=”right” height=”160″ identifier=”B00MYF50DG” locale=”US” src=”https://www.mercedesmedic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/41nK3z8H7PL.SL160.jpg” tag=”mercmedi00-20″ width=”142″]A flex disc or a giubo is a coupling device made of hard rubber. Input and output shaft flanges are bolted to the Mercedes Flex Disk on either side (see picture below). The transmission shaft, drive shaft, and …
Read More »Mercedes-Benz Star Diagnostic Scanner Tool – Everything you need to know
If you own a Mercedes-Benz and are looking to do your own repairs, you may have heard about [easyazon_link keywords=”Mercedes Star Diagnostic C3 ” locale=”US” tag=”mercmedi00-20″]Mercedes Star Diagnostic (SD) scanners C3 and C4[/easyazon_link]. This article discusses the advantages of the Mercedes Star Diagnostic scanner, including things you need to remember …
Read More »Mercedes Benz Offset 16mm or 17mm Engine Mount Wrench
If you plan on replacing the engine mounts (motor mounts) on your Mercedes-Benz, you must have an offset engine mount wrench. This 12-point wrench allows you to access the top bolt on the engine mount easily. Don’t even bother trying to replace the engine mounts without this tool. It will …
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