Is there a 'normal' temperature range? C220 CDI

[E-Class]

No mistake.

The Mercedes independant quoted me £324 which included coolant change.

My local garage quoted me £225.

I'm sure when I had the stat changed on my E220 CDI it was no more than £150 and that was over 2 years ago from the same Indy!!

I called my local Mercedes and they said the stat was £37.50.

Makes you think doesn't it...

If I was any closer to Super Suffolk Alex, I'd book it in!

 

[roscodavis]

E220 CDI low temperature

Hello,

I am new to this forum and so I am sorry if I am asking a question which has been asked hundred's of time. I have a 2005 E220 CDI estate which has covered 130K, my uncle has a similar car and he often gets upper 40MPG ours on a long run will only return 37mpg at best. I have looked on the internet and it is suggesting that temp has an influence on MPG. Our car only shows between 40-60 on the temp gauge, is this the first place to look and if so is it a difficult job to do yourself. If anyone can help it would be much appreciated.

 

[jmoser]

Welcome to the forum.

Definitely sounds like a thermostat issue there pal. When my old S203 was running cold it was that part that was at fault.

If you hang on a little better-informed members than me will be along to give alternative explanations in greater detail.

Hope that helps

 

[Alex Crow]

As above, does sound like the failing thermostat is to blame for the poor MPG.

I would advise buying a new part from Mercedes (as opposed to a cheaper one) @ circa £48 +vat.
It is not a very difficult DIY, and if you have a look on the forum or search the web I am sure you will find a guide somewhere.

 

[jmoser]

There seems to be a, er, um, (trying desperately to repress hysterical laughter)

vacancy

on this forum at present Alex.

Fancy a job???? Couldn't you, Star and Steve at Avantgarde jobshare at least?

Your ignoramuses need you.

 

[dobermann]

Just had my thermostat replaced on Saturday, purchased my 2005 220 CDI (W203) about 11 months ago and the temperature gauge was reading under 80c in summer and about 70-75 c in winter. Now the gauge shows about 85c.