TonyJones
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- 2003 S55 L AMG kompressor
Hi,
Have just bought a cheap 1992 230TE off ebay to replace my 320TE that was written off by the two idiots behind me that didnt manage to stop in heavy traffic
The car has done 144k, has a full service history, Petrol, Auto and I think rides slightly better than my old 320TE
As is usual there are a few problems:-
- The low oil light flickers /stays on for a few seconds from time to time - I have checked the oil twice and its near the max. Also said light flickers when I turn the ignition on sometimes. Is this likely to be a sensor in the sump or something more serious ?. Oil pressure guage is fine by the way
- Aerial not going up but motor running - guess its either jammed or the teeth are worn away. I am going to take it out and see if i can fix otherwise will get a replacement from halfords or somewhere else ?
- Have got an option on some merc alloys - they are 7j with 205/60 15's , dont know the offset at the moment - will these be ok as a direct replacment to the steel wheels/will i need different bolts? Do i need to check the offset ?
- Whats the current oil recommendation for these cars ?
Can anyone point in the right direction for spare parts as I'd like to attempt a few of the easier jobs myself.
Thanks in advance
Tony
Have just bought a cheap 1992 230TE off ebay to replace my 320TE that was written off by the two idiots behind me that didnt manage to stop in heavy traffic
The car has done 144k, has a full service history, Petrol, Auto and I think rides slightly better than my old 320TE
As is usual there are a few problems:-
- The low oil light flickers /stays on for a few seconds from time to time - I have checked the oil twice and its near the max. Also said light flickers when I turn the ignition on sometimes. Is this likely to be a sensor in the sump or something more serious ?. Oil pressure guage is fine by the way
- Aerial not going up but motor running - guess its either jammed or the teeth are worn away. I am going to take it out and see if i can fix otherwise will get a replacement from halfords or somewhere else ?
- Have got an option on some merc alloys - they are 7j with 205/60 15's , dont know the offset at the moment - will these be ok as a direct replacment to the steel wheels/will i need different bolts? Do i need to check the offset ?
- Whats the current oil recommendation for these cars ?
Can anyone point in the right direction for spare parts as I'd like to attempt a few of the easier jobs myself.
Thanks in advance
Tony
