1997-2006 Mercedes Benz Common Problems and Failures - Buyer's Guide

Hello Everyone,
In this video I will show 1997 - 2006 Mercedes common issues and Problems, it will help you inspect a car before buying.
Thanks for watching and good luck :)

[@JvinDelSol1993]

My grandfather has a c240 wagon he owned it since 2003. The vehicle has 380,000 kms on it. He rust proofs it every year and keeps up with the maintenance. The car still runs as if it's new. We live in Ontario Canada and the winters are very hard on cars. Food for thought

[@camlag4598]

i have a 2003 c240 sedan and that thing is bulletproof

[@jasonm3812]

My 1998 clk 320 has 230,000 miles and going strong

[@AndrewBarsky]

Didn’t ask. Also congrats to getting the exception to the very expensive rule

[@ysk4443]

Dad kept his old 2003 e-class. Gonna get my hands on it soon when i turn 18.

[@B4K0]

i just turned 17 & got my hands on my brothers old 2003 c320

[@mikemay777]

Very helpful and true. I have a 2002 C240. I have known the car since 20,000 miles. It now has 195000. No intention of replacing it. Did the conductor plate 3x’s in the transmission. OEM parts each time along with the adapter plug OEM also. Did upper and lower control arms OEM and sway bar links, OEM. Replaced the belt tensioner and pulley at 115K miles when the pulley disintegrated. LOL.. I had anticipated replacement at 100K but procrastinated. YUP! Left me stranded. Now I am way overdue on motor mounts and harmonic balancer. Vibrating at 2000-2500 RPM. So….. motor mounts , transmission mount and balancer all overdue. I strongly recommend OEM manufacturers. Yes expensive but the quality is there for the long hall. True the internal engine and transmission are great.

[@alfuentes883]

Own 2005 e320 with 233,331 miles At 70k replaced motor mount Warranty replaced my gas tank There was a recall Now needs radiator Solid engine and trans No oil leaks and running strong

[@ramiroorozco4176]

JESUS I wish EVERY car I owned had a cheat sheet like this ALL the problems and difficulty level to fix, AWESOME!

[@derronchand588]

Thank you bro! I’m buying a 2006 CLK 350 and I know what to look out for now!

[@michaelkennedy4444]

I have a 2003 C240 and have been quite happy with it . The control arm bushings went ,so replaced all on both sides and the fuel pump and crank sensor . Other then those issues it’s been a great car . Bought it in 2010 for $11K with 80K kilometers on the odometer .

[@kailaniandi]

Loved my ML500, and today looking at an 2006 E350 4matic the same color as yours. Thanks for the tips.

[@jefferywilliams305]

Thanks man couldn’t ask for better. Keep it up

[@GK7GARAGE]

Thank you 🙏

[@johnrobins5799]

@@GK7GARAGE to much time wasted talking about nothing

[@StreakingTiger]

From an owner: I bought my 2006 SLK350 hardtop convertible in May 2009 with 20K on the odometer. It now has 90K and still runs like a dream. I have been looking to buy something different for the last 3 years, and I cannot find anything I like better. It does not have Bluetooth or a backup camera, and the NAV is the worst NAV I have ever witnessed and is unusable. However, I wired a backup camera into it and placed a monitor on the dash and that works great. I have a Garmin GPS with lifetime maps that I stick on the screen, and it has Bluetooth so I can answer my iphone and give voice commands to the GPS. It still looks like it did 11+ years ago and I get compliments on it every month as most people think it's new. I refuse to pay $40k or more to get something a little newer. If you can find one with low miles at a decent price, I suggest you snap it up and enjoy plenty of good times in it. I just wanted to comment from an old owner as most people only hear the bad about expensive cars.

[@lukerobertswr5189]

look into a aftermarket headunit with carplay. Absolute life changer

[@StreakingTiger]

@@lukerobertswr5189 I tried doing that several years ago. Bought a Kenwood Double Din with Garmin GPS built in, plus the bezel, wiring harness, etc to make it fit. When I took out the HU, it was only connected via a fiber optic cable (no wiring harness). I could not figure out how to work around that, so I installed all of that stuff in my old truck, along with the back up camera. It worked great in the truck. Maybe someday I'll get someone that knows how to do that stuff to install a new HU for me.

[@lukerobertswr5189]

@@StreakingTiger interesting. I wonder if E series models from those years have no wiring harness as well... Might be a problem for me. Had no issues doing HU on my camry, but a MB is a whole different beast I guess.

[@StreakingTiger]

@@lukerobertswr5189 The problem is the Harman Kardon amplifier that is connected via the fiber optic cable. If you do not have the HK system, then it will probably have a wiring harness.

[@docaristic9898]

Many thanks 🍻 you've got great informative videos.

[@barbaraharatyk4541]

Man i love you! How da hell i have not found ur videos earlier! I absolutely love old Mercedes's especially all kimoressor's. Bought one recently, d mirrors going berserk while driving and apparently the car turned out to be water damaged. Dont know what to do with it now, dont want to get rid of it, mechanics want between £1500-£2000 for repairs .....

[@geraldinemayo9067]

Thank you for this information, these are the years I need🎉

[@playbackamusicloversjourne8620]

I've got a 99 CLK 320 which I've owned for almost 4 years. I've only put about 25k km on it (225k km total now) but it's been as dependable as a new car with very little maintenance required which I've been able to accomplish myself. The one issue many of the Mercedes 99-03s have is RUST! I live in Canada and drive it year round & mine is now developing cancer. It would cost me more to fix the rust issue than it's worth so I will look for an 04 or newer V6. Great vehicles.

[@JJ-bh2gh]

Great video. I myself have a merc E280 cdi and the airsuspension also failed on me last month. It’s the tank for the compressed air in the back that fail most of the time and they are cheaper to replace. So if your w211 goes down look at the tanks first before replacing the whole airsuspension strut Edit sorry for poor English

[@StoneHighland]

Thanks for the video, really appreciated.

[@skipworthcoleman9686]

Explanation is of great help!!!

[@Randy-qq8lr]

Anything 2005 and up to say 2008 is a pretty safe bet on the E Class. I was looking at an 2005 E320 4matic with 35K on it. good years to buy one. especially the 05-06.

[@chrisgodziuk]

great video! thanks for the info! Just bought my first Mercedes and I'm loving it! :)

[@figgiefigueroa7372]

I got a 2004 c230 kompressor sport with dual overhead cam 1.8liter with 223,000 miles on it. Replacement of water pump,and now ac compresor. I got a maintenance chart with all sensors to be replaced at 200,000. I love my car !!!

[@mikenam7123]

crankshaft sensor needs to be replaced every 60k to 80k miles. evap solenoids go bad at about 100k. fuel sending unit needs to be replaced if gas odor is noted after filling gas. transmission fluid needs frequent replacement as well as transaxle fluid.

[@GK7GARAGE]

Thank you for the info

[@glasser2819]

yep, exactly! 👍

[@jan22150]

I have a gasoline smell in my car after a fillup. But after 50 miles is disappears again.

[@ghettoinc7798]

I have a 2004 e320 with 180k miles n ive almost never had anything go wrong in it thankfully just had to replace a batter last week and thats it and getting the alignment fixed

[@TD2253]

Thanks so much for this video, I'm in the market for a 2006 MB E350. The one I'm looking at has 135k miles so hopefully most of these issues have been replaced already.

[@TheRaysDoc]

I have the e320 CDI from 2006 with 150k miles. So far so good. The Mercedes SBC - Sensotronic Brake System was extended to 25 years and unlimited miles.

[@jonathanmaza7687]

This was so helpful, I'm considering buying one off a guy: 2004 E320 with 96k on it. I saw some leakage happening but the guy said that it was the brake fluid coming out. Hes asking for 3,750 for the car but after seeing this video, if I spot anything wrong I might be able to get it down more. I cant thank you enough man!

[@jorgeharo1536]

Hey man I wanted to know if by any chance you saw that 2004 e320 with 96k miles in El Paso TX? My buddy of mine was looking at one and it fit your description.

[@tdick1541]

Rear brake pipes start getting wear and tear general Mercedes issue Engine is good but full tank of fuel you’ll end up smelling it inside and around the car when running

[@itsyaboyr.b.5895]

I bought a 2004 e320 from the auction for 1500 with little body damage. I have to replace both bumpers, drivers fender and passenger side view mirror. It has 102k. It drives and sounds good.

[@kevinjohns5994]

Thanks ! I'm heading to check out an e320 now... so this was very helpful !

[@meniss7284]

hows it going a year later?

[@mocolatestaff3236]

@@meniss7284 I bought a Lexus hybrid.. lol..

[@502Savage]

I have a 96 Mercedes Benz e320 I bought a year ago with 107k best car I ever bought I’m a 22 year don’t let nobody tell I what u can afford and what’s wrong just take care of it and honestly when I first got it I was so excited because it was fast so I did a lil heavy driving .. but nothing ever happened

[@NachoLibreboy1]

Thanks that's relieving to hear. Im seeing a 1997 e320 in a few hours. Im shopping for my first car lol

[@NachoLibreboy1]

And its got 113k kilometres

[@ALXG]

Thanks for the video.

[@jonarpaia]

very helpful, thank you!

[@GK7GARAGE]

welcome

[@patricegauthier7222]

Awesome video from Vancouver Canada 🇨🇦 Good job keep it up

[@perro0076]

Totally agree with you. I had a 4 cylinder 1.8 Kompressor. Nice engine and gear box, but maaaaan what a rubbish car. Like you highlight here. The rubber and plastic bits around the engine are really cheap. It is best to stay away from these cars made during these years. On mine even the guide pins on the front brake calipers ceased. Easy enough to fix with a bit of elbow grease and brutality, but it should never happen!!

[@Deklectic]

Yeah I have a 2002 E320 4matic currently 160,000 I've had now for 4 years quite frankly my longest car too. Love my little old benz it is a tank compared to some of the newer Benz. But even being 17+ years old its still expensive for parts as it was back in 2002. Mercedes young or old are pricey cars to up keep how ever if you are willing to invest in the up keep, you'll be left with a reliable vehicle built to last the test of time. So in other words don't treat a mercedes like you would an old beat up (hoopty) honda or toyota where you can get away with neglecting a few repairs and still drive the vehicle from point A to B with no major issue.. Mercedes likes to be pampered or that little repair that would have cost only 130 now turns into a 1400 dollar major repair because it can cause a chain like reaction. And please DO NOT put regular gas in a benz unless specified, I see so many Benz owners complaining about certain random engine issue then come to find out they been using regular 89 the whole time trying to be cheap when in the long run your spending more money on future engine issues 1# because the incorrect octane puts more stress on the engine because its built specifically for 91 or higher #2 regular gas burns inefficiently in an engine NOT meant to burn low octane so your spending more money on gas in the end. Its says Premium Fuel for a reason. 🙃

[@ScottyTownsend91]

I appreciate this comment. I just bought a clk 320 with 92k miles. When I first got it I ignorantly put $10 regular gas and didn’t realize it needed premium I will never do that again. But the things you’re saying about Mercedes should be something that you should do for any car. Proper maintenance is needed for every vehicle

[@a1ironzyzz673]

I've had a 2000 Mercedes for almost 2 months now with 230k when bought, got it for $1500. I bought it of a 72 year old man who had it for 13 years. He said his whole life he had put 89 when it took 91. I've continued 89 and she runs like a champ. One of my favorite cars for sure.

[@surfbug1]

Gas don't matter.

[@Deklectic]

@@surfbug1 Dont be fresh dude... 🙄

[@bored2323]

@@a1ironzyzz673 your filling yourself thinking your not doing major damage.. you should Google why you need 91 in a car that only takes 91

[@asmr-everything630]

Awesome video just subscribed I like copart videos I’m really interested in it keep the video coming

[@cuddyrowe4097]

Just changed the brakes on the whole car but still getting a break pad wear sensor code does this need to be reset or do I have another problem?

[@justinw.1436]

It is most likely that you do not have to re-do the job. I believe on some Mercedes you have to reset the light. Its just like resetting your oil life. My advice is to search up the year make and model then brake light reset

[@tomsavage1295]

Just to add to the trans part cause I bought a s class trans was shifting a lil hard to my feel but finds out I can reset it yourself if u have that button at the pedal but overall things a beast 😎👍🏾

[@loveme1872]

Good work,

[@Leonardo555ZZZ]

Valve cover gaskets need replacing and breather covers need resealing after about 12 years ..normal maintenance.

[@GK7GARAGE]

Yes

[@brandonlugo3290]

Good luck

[@zaenqureshi5032]

How much for a job like this ?

[@user-cg9bx3qs6c]

thank you very much my brother thank you very much ..

[@dademujohn]

good job!!

[@willyperez9427]

Trying to see if you ever had this problem . It doesn’t want to shift into drive sometimes if I turn the car off a couple of time then it does but on 2 gear . Is a 2004 E320 wagon 4matic .

[@frankpineda1832]

Hello, I needed to replace the instrument Custer, wen I installed the one that I purchased at a junkyard, it didn’t work and wen I installed the old one it was doing exactly the same as the previous one, do you know how to reset them? Can you help?

[@philipbond4088]

Thank you for this video. Never owned a mercedes and looking for a used one. If you had to buy between: 2002 C180 and a 2006 C280 4 matic...which one would hide less defaults when inspecting?

[@GK7GARAGE]

Both can be inspected easily, just have a good close look at everything

[@TheGrandHistorians]

2004 or later has less problems

[@ryeinn6971]

I’d get a Lexus then you wouldn’t have to replace any parts ever (practically)

[@philipbond4088]

@@ryeinn6971 Thanks! Heard Joe Rogan mention on his podcast that he owned a Lexus and that it never broke down

[@VernePomraning]

Thank you

[@chrisyourfavoriteguero9701]

I get a shake/wobble with the steering wheel at about 60 mph. I believe it’s the control arms. Other than that at 230K my 2001 e320 is running strong.

[@theblessings1315]

Many things to fix or replaced every two, two years....... I admire the 2006 but am afraid of it breaking down every now and then....

[@kevinraney2935]

Thanks for this. My son just bought a 2004 E320. It's in the shop now because it suddenly lost power while accelerating and died. When he tried to start it back up the gear shift wouldn't come out of park. Hope he's not screwed.

[@dizzyaaron]

Check the sensor behind the brake pedal, easy fix and cheap $20 part. 15 mins to fix. Might fix your issue.

[@kevinraney2935]

@@dizzyaaron It's been in the shop all week. Both batteries would not hold a charge. It kicked out pages and pages of codes. Some oil sensor was bad and now they think a fuel injector might be bad. So far 2060.00 bucks in. Probably should have listened to my gut.

[@dizzyaaron]

@@kevinraney2935 The battery issue not holding charge happened to me, it ended up being the drivers side driver module, I just removed a fuse and it fixed it, this does not sound like the fix for your case. Sucks with all the problems, hopefully that is the last of them. Good luck brother!

[@kevinraney2935]

@@dizzyaaron Thanks man. I'll find out today.

[@Major.321]

@@kevinraney2935 what ended up happening?

[@astragalll]

Do you have any advice if the Mercedes is turning on but It won’t turn on fully anymore ?

[@jamesmacarthy6283]

U did not make mention of the ABS system can u pls talk about it, and also the ESP signs that shows on the dash board ,pls talk about,I have one am struggling with I really love the car tho

[@MrKingNica]

Thank you for the detailed video. I have a clunk sound that my 2006 E350 4matic makes when I come to a complete stop. I really like the classy look of the car but I have no idea why the car would do that and if it’s costly or a serious issue. Any ideas on what that may be.? The sound is only made once right before the complete stop.

[@kailaniandi]

Could be motor mounts. I replaced my ML500 mounts when I purchased it. Had my mechanic do it. Cost me around $450 for genuine parts. Can be a diy job, but I didn't have time. 4 matic stress's the mounts out more than two wheels that could spin.

[@MrKingNica]

@@kailaniandi thank you

[@sugar4177]

My mom got a w203 c200 2002 wheels/rim (OEM) always keep flatting out and the alignment is not straight now and the lights keep switching off after like 20 mins I don't know about cars if I'm wrong about anything here please excuse me Also the front left rim is rubbing on the suspension arm, we tried changing the wheel, but the new wheel stopped spinning any tips possible 🙏🏽

[@alisaleh2509]

Very strong cars , i have same car 2003 e320 344k miles here in beirut, lebanon, benz parts is cheap here just stay away from air suspension models , ( does ypur car consume any oil between oil changes ?

[@meleshailemariam]

Ali Saleh exactly I have the C230 model 2007 V6 2.5 litres very beautiful and reliable car ever.

[@alisaleh2509]

@@meleshailemariam very nice car the c230 just keep oil changed every 5000km and that engine will last long

[@natashajames8036]

Just inherited a 2003 E-class and the front headlight does not work after inspection and changing the bulb! So far, only issue for a senior citizen who does not know what to do!!

[@manofweed1]

I inherited a 2002 C280 for nothing. Am I taking a big chance by keeping it ?

[@brechtcharleston2863]

Hi, I"m planning on buying a 2003 E320 or E500. Did you have problems with the crankshaft position sensors, i dont want the car to stall while stop on a traffic light, its a very bad and embarrassing situation. If so, what model is easier to fix /replace, 320 or 500? i'm a car diy'er myself of old german cars. Thanks

[@Menga213]

i listen to a video and said to avoid e320 2001-2003 models. They said that transmission oil can transfer to the engine oil. there is a lawuit at hand. they said to get a 2004 model.

[@tastyjerky9700]

Brecht Charleston it’s cheaper to get the 2003 E320 without the airmatic suspension, most Mercedes in that era needs for their CPS replaced eventually

[@glasser2819]

these "luxury" cars are cheap for good reason 🙄

[@Leonardo555ZZZ]

Replacing the crank position sensor every 12 years should be regarded as normal maintenance..not much difference between 320 and 500 ,,maybe a little more room to access on the V8.

[@heatherg6805]

I have a 2006 E350 that continues to have a P0305 misfire. The plug and coil have been replaced. Any suggestions as what to do next besides replacing the cylinder head?

[@HOANGUYEN-uf4vm]

Checking crankshaft sensor

[@khalidalbloushi120]

Other than that, do you recommend it ?

[@eddiesheeran5791]

Thanks for making this video! I'm trying to learn more about the 1999 CLK320. Do you know where I can buy a legit factory service manual with wiring diagrams and troubleshooting procedures for this car? I can't find a reputable website to download a PDF, and the MB dealerships aren't open today. Almost none of the interior electronics work, and I'm pretty sure one of the 8 million modules has stopped working, which is severely disrupting the CAN network. I have the BAS and ASR lights on the dash, and the brake pedal is super stiff (no power brakes). The radio, climate control, and emergency flashers work, but everything else is dead. No power seats, no power windows, no windshield wipers or sprayers, no turn signals, no horn, no convertible top, no power mirrors. I'm an engineer and honestly I don't like these cars. They're INCREDIBLY over-complicated (there's at least FOUR fuse boxes in different places all over the car), extremely sensitive to electrical problems (simply disconnecting the battery will screw up how the car runs until the electronic throttle remembers how to work properly), and the stupid MB engineers put multiple computers in the ENGINE BAY where it's hot, dirty, and vibrating very harshly. I found heavy corrosion in the engine and traction control computer connectors. After I cleaned them out and reconnected everything, the car starts up and stalls after a few seconds (haven't done a throttle relearn yet). I pulled the cover off the front SAM and it doesn't appear to be damaged, but I don't have an oscilloscope or high-end scan tool to see why almost everything on the CAN network is inoperative. If I can figure out what's wrong with this car, I can save one of my neighbor's a huge repair bill.

[@mohamedazkoul9544]

Hey , I owned W208 for years 320 & 430 I would say they are great cars but have few problems ...for the ESP , ASR check the brake light switch ,the rough idle check the throttle body and the MAF sensors the SAM sometimes fail ....I drove my 320 daily for 5 years in Dubai where the weather is really hot ..over 50 degrees in the summer .. the only thing which failed was the conductor plate of the transmassion.

[@donsaygoharris529]

Can i get help plz !!! My Mercedes e320 wagon 2001 Radio comes on after i turn the car off and lock the doors. This just started, i think someone did something the the driver door and if i take the fuse out the doors don't lock.

[@benjaminpyne01]

I have a c class 200 CDI and am find it too hard to move the steering what is the cause of it?

[@blankii2161]

02 w210 e320 4matic.. Bought it with chek engine light on with 108k. Only to find out dat i only had to replace the transmission conductor plate and transmission module... Has 146k now still running strong

[@502Savage]

How much that cost u

[@mekamack1945]

Did it stop shifting I got a Mercedes Benz E class E 320 brought it on a Thursday the next day going to work got to the stop sign it want giving it gas then cut it off let it sought for a while it crunk up then drive a lil but then wanted go again any thing you can tell me helpful

[@robertehlers4330]

I just bought 2004 e320 got 130000 on it got for 5k love it. Hooked code reader up saying o2 sensor is that a big deal

[@styles1632]

I have a 03 e500 that wont shift to 3rd gear and it gets stuck on neutro when I got to put in Park. I have to let go of the brake pedal to get it out of being stuck on neutro. I couldn't find the conductor plate video you uploaded please advise.

[@businessmeetings5807]

No way. Sorry to hear that bro. I wish someone replied and helped you. What was the outcome?

[@johnprofit7434]

Pls help. I have a 2005 C240 Just replaced water pump and not even a block from the shop my car dies. Will start but immediately shuts off. If I gas the pedal It will crawl slow but very chaotically . What could it be ?

[@lamarnewson9732]

Don't forget the crankcase position sensor, super problem.

[@NazifNB]

also when the sbc brake pump goes,and abs rings very expensive to repair

[@robertcoyle9071]

harmonic balancer was bad on mine when I bought it aftermarket is about $90. car has 180K miles on it the tool to hold the pulley still is about the same price. watch buying some aftermarket ones. the SKP brand (bought from parts geek) inside diameter is too small for the hold wrench to fit inside.

[@electricimpulse7]

My 2001 C320 is stalling out when idle. It's happened once at a stop sign. I just replaced the sparkplugs and I don't think it's the battery/alternator but I'm going to test those tomorrow. Any ideas why my engine is dying?

[@alexanderstevens145]

How did you go? Any solution?

[@xburtx99]

Mine was the battery 2004 c320

[@electricimpulse7]

@@alexanderstevens145 I finally got it down a couple weeks ago. Took it to a MB certified shop and they diagnosed the crank position sensor as the problem. It shorted and wasn't able to time the crankshaft correctly, hence the stalls at low speed/idle. It was about $350, but definitely something I wouldn't have been able to do on my own even if I did know about it. With these cars, it is best to take it to the professionals for the big things.

[@Major.321]

Crankshaft sensor

[@ssarraf6855]

Thanks for all the tips. I have C240 2005 The engine shakes in stopping position and it hesitate to change the gear. At the take off, it goes very slowly, befit it finally speeds up. I have heard about “adaptive learning”, I have tried to floor it at take off, but it DOESN’T work. It behaves like a mule!! And tip is well appreciated. The whole idea of adaptive learning seems very stupid, here is why; what if I let my kids drive and then give it it my grandma to drive, how does it know who is who??? I had higher expectations from a German made car.

[@AB-on7xg]

I got a 2004 C240 Sound like u have to get Spark Plugs Spark Wires/ Coil Packs an Oil change you should be good

[@ssarraf6855]

@@AB-on7xg thank you for your comments. Will try your suggestion.

[@michobebemckawi]

YOU FORGOT THE SBC BRAKES ON THE 03-06 !!! BIIIIIG POTENTIAL PROBLEM!

[@glasser2819]

One has to wonder why do they consistently circle the drain with short lived reliability ?? Some drivers are quick learners 😉

[@biggzacc2145]

@Al Gobotsfan naw any owner..I buy em to sell

[@richardstoffel6585]

Looking at a 2002 c240 1 owner with 55,000 miles. This helps

[@meniss7284]

you end up getting it?

[@simplybuilt_1708]

What do they usually go for?

[@williamwatts6384]

2005 E500 4Matic runs like a tank! Replaced air suspension with coil conversion kit.

[@googleuser2811]

I have an E320 Mercedes-Benz 4matic the passenger airbag is deactivated how do I activate it

[@therealmtlwebseries7076]

Hey bro...can u tell me about white smoke...on start....and when I pull off from a light or stop sign.....but sitting idle no smoke......help pls bro

[@julius500]

Check the engine temperature,.. perhaps over heating?; Check for radiator leaks

[@lionking2801]

I have one.... Very strong, smooth, elegance car ...

[@GK7GARAGE]

Yes great cars

[@tonytonetone9897]

I’m getting one wit 180k for 3,000 thousand dollars is it a good ideas ?

[@chapoelite1491]

Should I get one with 119k a c230

[@steventhornton4716]

Had a mondeo v6 harmonic balancer split in 2 the half that came away spun 200 yards down the road

[@josiahhardy]

Is 3500 a fair price for. 2004 c240 kompressor

[@lfgeezy5914]

Do you have issues finding parts for your car? I have 1999 CLK, and I am having a hard time finding certain parts.

[@ericbitzer5247]

You should be able to get anything straight from Mercedes when it's under thirty years old. After that they stop making them.

[@lfgeezy5914]

@@ericbitzer5247 certain things I can find, others are proving to be near impossible. I rejoined Facebook with the primary goal of finding parts, but the issue is, so many scammers and dubious types. I’d be willing to pay good money for some things, but ye the two interior trim parts I require most are not available through dealership. :(

[@irvinkettykhoza]

i have a 2004 e320. lost of problems with tramsnission, its forever going on limp mode. is there a permanent fix

[@Everydayglobal]

Put the car on propper scanner and see whats the issue

[@bornbrokeddieballinofficia3234]

What does g service mean please let me know !!

[@jaedynforonda2357]

So I have a c230 sport 2006 it will crank and all my lights are on like normal it just keep cranking and doesn’t what to turn on idk what it can be can anyone help me out?

[@ScottyTownsend91]

Appreciate this video! I have a quick question as I’m a new Mercedes owner. I bought a 2000 clk 320 with 92,000 miles. I have a slight shake when idle also I hear a weird sound when I put the car in drive or reverse any ideas?

[@ashtonsamuel5028]

I advice checking the engine mounts and transmission mount as well. Recommended replacement is every 50,000Miles

[@outk2st77]

2004 E-320 wont go into Park or Reverse at times. I would have to put in Neutral - turn off engine - Go into Park - Start back engine....Have 302,000 miles......What can I look at to fix issue?

[@zoebogen5508]

THE TRANSMISSION

[@shckltnebay]

My E350 balance shaft was shot at 44500 miles and the trans when into limp mode at 45k and I had it serviced at 39k

[@glasser2819]

what year model is it?? I have a E350 MY'14 with 44kMi...does the V6 engine (M276) still use the crazy balancer shaft with the soft teeth. I know M276 uses THREE-3 separate (100kMi tin-can soft) chains and does use an intermediate shaft. I am do not impressed with the 50kMi Iridium needle tip... miss the 100kMi platinum stubby electrode 🙄 Differential gear oil is reported short lived (mineral oil!)... best to change it 50kMi or ASAP. The new ATF used in 722.9 NAG-2 described in MB-236.15 is super low viscosity, meaning borderline lubricity. Maintenance calls for 70kMi interval... but 30kMi helps keep clean solenoids screens from spent clutch friction. Tranny is super sensitive to pressure change. CAN Bus networks arbor 3rd party module incompatibilities that ensure plenty of busy work chasing stupid software bugs. Thanks Mercedes for this well organized money-pit chaos 😉

[@shckltnebay]

@@glasser2819 MIne is a 2006, the balance shaft issue was fixed for the 07 model, Haven't had any software or electrical issues

[@jan22150]

I own a 2004 m/ 320 e.and has 194000 milese on t My gas milages around town is only 19.5 miles to the gallon. They advertised these models to get 25 miles to the gallon . What happened ?

[@billayyy1159]

im planning on getting a 2003 clk500 for 10,000 with 58k miles is it a good car?

[@andyhug3540]

WOW 58k on a 2003 thats amazing...I would jump all over that.

[@dtlifestyle8239]

Do it I have mine a 2003 with 260k miles it’s amazing no other cars like it

[@dig_blick7027]

My e500 4matic has 97k miles on it and it’s going through a qt of oil every two weeks I just dropped it off at the Mercedes dealership what could this be?

[@GK7GARAGE]

If it’s not leaking it can be burning it

[@kiwiweed5748]

expensive

[@glasser2819]

Failed PCV system... its all plastic and designef to go south in a hurry 🙄 There is a cenyrifugal spinner that wears into a shaft seal, then the centrifugal cover has an economy O-ring that fails in a hurry on top if hot exchaust. Parts are cheap, doctor brings in the beacon/beef. Else 2 cheap plastic plug covers near firewall leak on schedule. 10mn job. Use good 5w40 oil instead of thinner to prevent the undersized PCV system from plugging up with oil junk. Next... "oil heat exchanger" loves to regularly blow up its hardened elastomeric seals. ... the list goes on 😉

[@tfgg7156]

What about abs and esp issues

[@Stringerbe11]

Im looking at a c55 1 owner no accident 40k miles 2005, 17,000 usd, what do u think, i kno its pricey

[@bryt514]

You can get a newer one for that price maybe

[@GK7GARAGE]

Way too pricey

[@TurdKutter]

you would be a fool lol

[@samdanesh8043]

i paid that much for my e55 same 40k miles. that is too much for the c55

[@disturbing_the_peace5739]

Dude my bro has the 97 c55 first edition AMG and he paid like 5gs

[@nick2128]

Hey I'm in AZ to. I have an 04 e320 with 135k miles

[@LGEdward]

I’m in AZ too and have the same car is it black?

[@LGEdward]

Just got it as my first car for $3,800 130000 miles

[@nick2128]

@@LGEdward nice no mine is silver. I paid 3600 , its really clean.

[@glasser2819]

Do you use 5w40 engine oil instead of 10w30 ?? If so timing components will be pleased, w30 is borderline too thin to lubricate timing chain and passenger camshaft rear journals 😉

[@1bosst]

I have a c320 99,000 miles ready to be sold i got myself a new baby

[@adrianrivera8425]

I’m about to buy a call 430. I’d love some help

[@9682joe]

this guys a spaz. just want to say (taks for an hour)

[@johncurrie1115]

I like to know about the radid

[@mrboom303]

You forgot about the seat module

[@LOONIBEATS]

My E55 2003 has a P0600 code that’s driving me crazy right now

[@bleachstain9785]

I own an 03 E500, and I’ve come to find my air suspension lowers itself when I exit the car, or when I enter. But not when I lock the car. I understand this is possibly some sort of easy entry feature they incorporated into the air-ride?

[@tripyramidpictures9224]

You need to change your headlights, they are cloudy.

[@manacesrosario9103]

The air struts came a lot cheaper know they costing around $120 or less each it depends on brands

[@frankpineda1832]

Everything was working with the original one except for the instrument lights, now the lights work but nothing else works

[@crazyDIYguy]

I would never buy a newer Mercedes, my friend has a 2019 with 35k miles and SO MANY things have went wrong already. As of lately the AWD just quit working, sport mode stopped and it misfires on accel. 😳

[@RcH382]

Chrysler and mercedes merged in 1998 and it was a very bad thing. i believe it negatively affects the 2000 to 2007 mercedes cars

[@ericbitzer5247]

These cars use flex plates instead of U joints. Check if they are cracked.

[@josephfomichev4214]

Got a c230 idles wrong and the check engine light turns on when driving

[@GK7GARAGE]

Start with scanning it and getting the codes

[@tonytonetone9897]

How many miles on it ?

[@josephfomichev4214]

Tony Tonetone 165k

[@josephfomichev4214]

GK7 DIY I got about 8 codes but some are because the battery is bad

[@tonytonetone9897]

joseph fomichev I’m buying the same car with 180,000 miles on it haven’t driven it yet or anything only seen it online and thinking about buying it in the morning ! For 3k what’s your opinion?