Diagnostic code C1401: High-pressure return pump circuit open or shorted, or pump will not shut off. Difficulty level: 6 of 10, medium Time: 2 to 3 hours Repair cost: DIY cost less than $20 Parts You’ll Need ML ABS Bearing 12mm x 5 mm x 5 mm Carbon Brushes Why …
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This video shows how to remove the steering wheel and airbag on most Mercedes-Benz cars. With the steering wheel off, the clock spring is easy to replace too; the full procedure is in our airbag, steering wheel, clock spring and turn signal switch guide. Tools Required Flathead screwdriver. Torx set. …
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Early M272 engines can suffer premature wear of the balance shaft sprocket. As the sprocket teeth wear, camshaft timing can drift relative to the crankshaft, causing a check engine light, rough running, and Mercedes fault codes 1200 or 1208. A stretched timing chain can cause similar faults, but it is …
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Where is the paint code on a Mercedes-Benz? Mercedes-Benz paint code locations vary by model and year. Check these spots in order. Where to look Typical models What you will see Driver’s door jamb label Most newer models A sticker with the VIN and a paint code, often shown twice …
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Here is the list of sites that provide  VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) decoders for Mercedes-Benz cars. We will keep this list up to date, so make sure to bookmark this page.  Decoding will allow you to see options, features, engine type, transmission, year of production, and more from your VIN. …
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How to change the battery in a Mercedes-Benz smart key fob. How do you know you need a new battery? Common signs include reduced remote range, or lock and unlock buttons that no longer respond. The videos below show the battery change on each type of Mercedes-Benz key fob, so …
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Did you know that you can change the logo on your COMAND radio system from the Mercedes-Benz logo to the AMG logo? You must know a few simple steps to make the change, a secret procedure you won’t find in your owner’s manual. You don’t need Star Diagnostic Software to …
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So let’s say you are driving down the road on a beautiful summer day in your Mercedes-Benz. All your windows are rolled down and the sunroof is wide open. All of a sudden: what’s that nasty smell? Quick! Close all those windows and the sunroof. As you struggle to push …
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How to Open the Mercedes-Benz Hidden Menu Close the driver’s door and turn the ignition to position 1. Display the speed or outside temperature in the instrument cluster. Press the cluster reset button three times. When the service menu appears, use the steering wheel buttons to scroll through the available …
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