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  1. J

    2010 C350 no start, steering unlocked

    i've read a lot about the steering lock mechanism failing and causing (Too)many vehicles not to start and i thought that was my issue as when this first happened last night as the wheel was locked. I had it cranked all the way to the right so i could access the side marker lights (replaced with...
  2. Rakos84

    Good afternoon! new to this site so wanted to say a big hello!

    Looking forward to general help and tips, also looking forward to helping others. I have one question about a problem i have at present below if anyone could help point me in the right direction for help. So my problem is with the Parking Brake (foot pedal) it has failed on me I pressed the...
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    2012 C220 W204...Noisy on acceleration?

    Hi Everyone, First of may I wish you all a merry Christmas. Seeming to have problem after problem with my C220 (beginning to wonder now why I went for Mercedes to be honest). I had issues with the EML a little while back. Came on, went into limp mode. Tried forcing a regeneration, but...
  4. J

    How rough is rough idle?

    Hi all, First time poster, but found this forum thoroughly useful in the past. Thanks for all your help! I have owned my first Mercedes for a couple of months now and naturally im in love with it already. Just a niggle though- the idle is not perfectly smooth. It only jumps around about 20rmp...
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    W204 2008 C class, misfire .

    So, i've got this 2008 C220 CDI that has been at the workshop for about three months now. It all started when i went to get a leak on the second cylinder injector fixed. It should've been an easy job, but when i came back later that day my car was just shaking at startup, but i tought it was...
  6. moj91

    722.6 (C250 CDI) blowing ATF from breather...

    Hi All, Had a happy gearbox, now its unhappy... Working just fine, 115k miles.. Had the gearbox oil/filter/plug changed by a good indie (as advised by an autobox specialist a while back, (preventative maintenance)). Drove to Cornwall for a week break, no issues, excellent changes etc. On...
  7. Darren Porter

    W204 c200 CDI 2009. Help with possible injector issue

    Good evening I bought myself a c200 w204 at a risk of knowing the engine light was on. Done a thourough check at the sale at moderate expertise. There are many problems but will make different threads. The error codes were plentiful but it turns out the only code that reoccur is 2373 an...
  8. R

    Issue with W204 2008 C220 CDI Glow Plugs.....Help!

    Hi folks, I have a 2008 C220 CDI, last month a glow plug light came on during a cold start(stayed on for approx. 1 minute after driving away) and I changed all 4 glow plugs(to Lucas), however since then during a cold start, the light is staying on for the same amount of time. I put a diagnostic...
  9. RyanSL500

    Rear arch rush

    I’m sure it doesn’t surprise anyone here, but my 2002 R230 SL500 has developed rust around the rear arches. It’s not noticeable but it definitely needs doing before it develops and gets worse! Has anyone got any experience with a body shop who are happy to deal with rust? I know rust seems to...
  10. C

    W204 220cdi sport.. front springs

    Hi Guys I have a 58 plate 220cdi sport saloon. Just noticed I have a damaged front spring.. easy enough you would think ??? Tried to order parts on Euro and there are 2 types.. Does the sport version have the " lowered chassis " ? Sorry if this is a daft question but any info/ help would be...
  11. RyanSL500

    Opinions on having an SL500 R230 as my daily car.

    Hi all, I’ve recently become a member of this awesome forum (my introduction thread can be found here: https://forums.mercedesclub.org.uk/index.php?threads/new-member.175078/ I’m the recent owner a 2002 SL500 R230(picture in the other thread) which has been in the family for many years. This...
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    COUPE AND SALOON FRONT END

    Just need a quick thing answering I’ve recently purchased a c220 amg front end damaged its a w204 facelift and am wondering if i could put a w204 facelift saloon front end on it and if it would fit thanks
  13. M

    C Class W204 Advice

    Having owned an e280 W210 for the best part of 18 years until it died, I'm now after a c class and would like some advice please? I'm toying with the idea of an Estate (no children/pets), but the occasional ladder, wood and ikea furniture. I note the W204 estate is about the same length as the...
  14. R

    W204 Electrical Problem

    Hi currently have W204 (320CDI 08), initial problems were: No heated seats, auto lights, wipers or horn not working. I replaced front sam, which worked for a week. And it stopped working again. SAM was matched both part number and software numbers. Code read on Star. I purchased another...
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    2014 C220D - Which coolant??

    Hi All, I've got a load of information from the forum over the last few months so thanks to all the contributors. I need to top up my coolant so have been looking at the posts on identifying which one to use but am still confused on this one and don't want to put in the wrong stuff. The fluid...
  16. B

    Air leak engine light - but there is no leak!

    Hello all, I have a 2013 c250 with 45000 miles. There is an unusual problem with an engine light. Step by step below 1. Air leak engine light 2. Brought to MB garage and there was a slit in the turbo pipe, fixed 3. 1 hour after the light came back 4. Back to MB and carried out further testing...
  17. M

    W204 C200 OM651 Intake Manifold

    Hey Guys, I have the car for over a year and drove it around 40 000km through the year. Currently car has 140 000km. From time to time was throwing error code PA200A21. Recently it went into a limp mode also. At home it showed me: P200A21 - The charge movement flap (cylinder 1) has a...
  18. M

    error code p000277

    I have an error code on my c250 cgi 1.8t, it is a p000277 'the commanded position cannot be reached' has a malfunction. the engine cut out twice in two different occasions, but the second time caused a management light.
  19. J

    W204 Ignition Keyswitch - stays on after removing key

    Hi Guys This is a strange problem that has been going on for a while. The ignition switch acts normally most of the time but every now and then when the key is removed, the ignition system does not switch off. The dash lights remain on and the engine keeps running. The "cure" so far, without...
  20. D

    Windscreen Scuttle Trim

    Hi there, The reason for my post is because I have a question regarding the exterior trim directly below the Windscreen/windshield on my 2012 W204 CD220 (scuttle). I've recently had my windscreen replaced and have noticed that the trim does not sit flush against the edge of the glass. As I...

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