You get into the car and start your Mercedes-Benz. Next, you are greeted with an “Auto Lamp Function Inoperative” error message on the dashboard. The message comes from the light and rain sensor at the base of the mirror, but the sensor itself is often not the faulty part. The …
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Diesel Mercedes-Benz cars, SUVs, and Sprinter vans equipped with BlueTEC engines are among the most advanced diesel engines. High-pressure fuel injection systems and variable geometry turbochargers ensure optimal combustion. Watch: Mercedes DPF Filter Regen: Sprinter & BlueTEC Diesel Engine This improves power output and lowers exhaust gas emissions. Clouds of …
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Is your car alarm going off for no reason? This article reviews the common issues that can cause a car alarm to go off randomly. Mercedes’s alarm may go off, even when no one tries to steal the car. We have seen many cases when a Mercedes alarm (siren) goes …
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In this article, I want to discuss the two extremes: the most overpriced Mercedes-Benz ever sold and the best used Mercedes-Benz money can buy. Having worked on many Mercedes-Benz cars, I felt obligated to share my knowledge of two unique Mercedes-Benz cars. Are you wondering which is the most overpriced …
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The Mercedes-Benz radar system may malfunction and set errors in various Mercedes modules, including Parktronic System, Collision Prevention Assist Plus, Distronic Plus, autonomous driving, Active Brake Assist Cross Traffic, etc. The cameras and sensors could be defective, but often, such problems are caused by sensors being covered with dirt, ice, …
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If the (Active Body Control) ABC light is ON or flashing, there is a good chance your suspension system may be low on hydraulic fluid. When the ABC fluid level gets too low, you may also notice a humming or whining noise from the engine. Minor suspension oil leaks can …
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Owning a modern vehicle and not knowing how to use a diagnostic scanner is like having a smartphone (which you use to make phone calls) and not knowing that there is an Apple / Play store with many useful apps. A diagnostic scanner is necessary if you own a 2000 or newer …
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Mercedes Blind Spot Assist is a safety feature that warns the driver if another car is in the blind spot. This feature has been optional in many Mercedes-Benz models since early 2010. This guide will look at some common problems with Mercedes blind spot assist and why you may get …
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Mercedes-Benz recalls vehicles (166 and 292 chassis) manufactured from 2012 to 2017, equipped with the Active Curve System (ACS). The problem is oil leaking from the Active Curve System (ACS) reservoir. Owners of Mercedes-Benz vehicles listed below should call their dealer to verify if their car is affected by this …
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