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  1. J

    Possible Rare W203 Build

    So I was looking on Autotrader and I found this W203 C-Class Avantgarde in Orion Blue of which from what I have seen is very rare. I'm just wondering if it is possible to upgrade the supercharger that is in that engine to try and get out 200 BHP out of the motor?
  2. AnthonyUK

    W203 rear headrest - Is back panel available separately?

    Does anyone know if the plastic back panel is available or will I have to buy a whole unit? This one if from a car with a black leather interior.
  3. L

    S203 back end clattering

    Evening! W203 estate avantgarde, just had shocks replaced by last owner On uneven roads rear end clatters .... anti roll bar links? Thanks in advance everyone
  4. AnthonyUK

    Sanity check - COMAND 2.0 cable with bluetooth on AUX

    I appreciate I'm around a decade behind but any input would be greatly appreciated. I have all the parts for changing the audio 10 unit to a COMAND 2.0 which I want mainly for AUX in. The converter cable looks OK but I think the AUX in is incorrect. According to the pinouts on the net it...
  5. Benny Dub

    Second Hand Airbag Control Unit (airbag ecu)?

    Evening chaps, well following my woes with trying to get any decent information out of my local MOT station after my W203 failed on the SRS warning light, I've actually now got some useful information thanks to the awesome guys at ACG Auto Repairs Ltd in Cheltenham. Basically, the airbag ecu...
  6. Jaime B

    CP3 Pump Leak

    Hi, new to the forum and hope to be of use and in need of a little advice. My C220 CDI had a minor fuel leak from the CP3 Pump which I should of addressed earlier but of course didn't! On the return from a trip between Cornwall and Essex the inevitable happened and she stopped, engine light...
  7. Peter Broomfield

    W203 C320 M112 Spark Plug Suguestions

    Hi all, New to site, Mercedes ownership and looking for advice. What would you all sugguest for spark plugs??? Thanks in advance, Peter
  8. Peter Broomfield

    M112 Spark Plug Removal Tool

    Hi everyone! New to the site and Mercedes ownership (I've seen the light and come from the BMW darkside!!) Can anyone tell me where on earth i can buy the spark plug removal tool in this country?? All the places ive found are in the US and want more than the tool is worth in postage!!! Many...
  9. Benny Dub

    W203 SRS Warning Light - Loose Connectors Under Seat?

    Afternoon All, The SRS light has been on in my S203 C270 since we bought it about 6 months ago. Well MOT time is here so I should probably have a look. My fiance's MG ZR has almost continuous SRS issues due to the crappy connectors under the seats coming loose - give them a wiggle, or tape...
  10. D

    M111 2.0 engine tuning help

    Greetings, what is the best way to gain more power on M111.940 engine without going forced induction? Would 2.2 or 2.3 head fit on a 2.0 and would increasing the compression by putting thinner HG and porting the head give any gains?
  11. H

    W203 - ESP/BAS/ ABS error - Need help diagnosing

    Hi guys, I've had an ESP / BAS /ABS Visit Workshop error on my dash for the last 4 years. Vehicle: W203 - 2003 C200 Coupe, 1.8L Kompressor, manual. History: A couple of years ago, I stripped the rear boot flooring material and discovered that there was dampness and corrosion where the wheel...
  12. Trueblue1872

    Fault Codes......Could the problem be....

    Hello again folks, after getting an intermittent engine management light on my w203 c180 Kompressor i decided to dive in at the deep end and purchase an OBD2 Scanner tool. i have been since still getting the intermittent light after clearing the codes. they are as follows:- P0101- Mass/Volume...
  13. Trueblue1872

    Lighting Problem

    Hello all, i hope you can help with this frustrating problem that is driving me mad. (W203 C180 KOMPRESSOR 1.8 2004) I recently changed out my signal bulbs for new ones and on inspecting all of the lights they seemed to be working fine. Recently a message has been appearing on my malfunctions...
  14. Benny Dub

    2003 C270 CDi performance upgrades

    Evening all - I'm now about 4 months back into Mercedes ownership - I sold my W208 a couple years ago but needing something a bit more economic, comfy and practical than my old MG I've got myself a 2003 W203 wagon, C270 CDi. I plan to get a bit more power out of it, and although was initially...
  15. A

    Mercedes W203 C220 CDI - Vacuum/Servo pipe- Limp mode

    Hi Guys, I'm having issues with my car Mercedes Benz w203 C22O CDI. It loses power as soon as the gear shifts up to 3rd,It feels like the turbo doesn't kick anymore and sometimes i have issues with the brakes as well. When I opened the bonnet there were two lose pipes. I successfully put black...
  16. B

    C230 W203 A/C regulation out - Blows hot air

    Hey guys!! Thank you for this great forum, read plenty of good tips to look after my beloved C230 W203 2.5L! Got recently an issue with the A/C regulation - I cannot figure where the problem lies.. (My car has the standard dual zone with the 2 knobs - not the digital climatronic one) Blowing...
  17. Sylar

    MPG, computer and oil

    Hi all, I changed the oil and filter out of my C class last week. On resetting the service indicator it asked me to advice what quality of oil i had put in, it offered 3 qualitys, "normal" (i think), 229.3 or 229.5. I selected 229.5 as that was the spec added on the change. To my suprise on...
  18. ThPadd

    W203 C220 Auto Box issue, easy change

    Okay guys I have been hunting online for the answer to this, but not found the answers, so any relevant experience appreciated. I have had my 06 C220 for a couple of years now and after sorting out various issues (track rod arm, front discs, tyres, unlocking), I now have just 2 niggles that...
  19. Sylar

    W203 dipping mirror question

    Hi guys, Looking for advice..... My lovely 2006 C class has the dipping mirrors, i have noticed that the interior and drivers mirror tint a nice blue but the passenger side doesn't. Are the meant to tint on the passenger side?
  20. I

    Does my C-Class w203 / 2006 timing chain needs to be replaced ?

    Hello Guys, I have C-Class w203, 2006. It shows SERVICE ENGINE SOON check on the board. I went to engineer who tried to diagnose the problem using some tablet (I think it was some kind of Android software) and then told that it might be the problem of the timing chain sync, but I believe he was...

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