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Forum: Tech Help 04-23-2008, 06:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 876
Posted By pfphipps
I think I had a similar part replaced by the...

I think I had a similar part replaced by the dealer for free on a 124. When it was done, the car was well out of warranty. The dealer never heard of it but somebody in the Mercedes club gave me a...
Forum: Tech Help 03-19-2008, 10:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 900
Posted By pfphipps
Isn't the car still under warranty? Why do...

Isn't the car still under warranty? Why do anything yourself? You paid good money for the car that includes warranty service. Take it to the dealer and let them determine what is wrong, if...
Forum: Tech Help 02-22-2007, 11:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 959
Posted By pfphipps
On the light itself, on my 99 SLK230, which has...

On the light itself, on my 99 SLK230, which has practically the same engine, the low coolant level light can also be turned on by low windshield washer fluid level. I could never understand why but...
Forum: Tech Help 11-08-2006, 11:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,314
Posted By pfphipps
I top off mine all the time. More like $35 when...

I top off mine all the time. More like $35 when I do it, all for the gasoline. Never had a problem and have no idea what this is means.
Forum: Tech Help 11-08-2006, 11:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,314
Posted By pfphipps
We have had a 1999 SLK230 since new September,...

We have had a 1999 SLK230 since new September, 1998. It now has 50,000 miles on it. The car is as stock as they come, no modifications or additions at all expect for putting in a Becker with a CD...
Forum: Tech Help 05-04-2006, 11:35 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,070
Posted By pfphipps
It was not too hard to glue it in except for...

It was not too hard to glue it in except for holding it in place until the glue sets. I used various wood spacers around it and then taped it in. Then did not drive the car for about a day. That...
Forum: Tech Help 05-03-2006, 06:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,070
Posted By pfphipps
OK, I know it is wrong! But when this happened...

OK, I know it is wrong! But when this happened on my 99 SLK230, I had a local glass shop cut a mirror to fit. I removed the old dimming mirror and glued this $15 regular 1/8 inch thick mirror to...
Forum: Tech Help 04-04-2006, 10:19 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 13,598
Posted By pfphipps
If you want MB's description of SBC, here is a...

If you want MB's description of SBC, here is a link:

http://www.mercedestechstore.com/pdfs/W211_technician/319%20HO%20SBC%20(WJB)%209-30-02.pdf
Forum: Tech Help 04-03-2006, 09:09 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 13,598
Posted By pfphipps
I have a 2003 E320 211. Brakes work great. ...

I have a 2003 E320 211. Brakes work great. Never had a problem. Yes, there have been recalls but for obscure things. One of them involved putting a 10 cent plastic cable tie on the cable to SBC...
Forum: Tech Help 01-17-2006, 06:07 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 639
Posted By pfphipps
SLK230 key would not come out

Last week, I could not remove the key from my 99 SLK230 automatic transmission. All of the stomping on the brakes, turning the key on/off, wiggling the steering wheel did work. I finally decided to...
Forum: Tech Help 12-18-2005, 08:43 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,661
Posted By pfphipps
The C240 engines in 203 cars were a 2.6 liter V6...

The C240 engines in 203 cars were a 2.6 liter V6 engine and always felt sluggish to me. I used to have a 2002 C230K and it was a very peppy engine in comparison. Maybe by 2002 it was a little more...
Forum: Tech Help 12-13-2005, 06:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,857
Posted By pfphipps
If it is like a 99 CLK, push the headrest switch...

If it is like a 99 CLK, push the headrest switch to "up" and continue holding for several seconds. I believe you hear a click. Then they will retract by going to the switch "down" position.
Forum: Tech Help 12-03-2005, 03:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 651
Posted By pfphipps
Gas tank sealers are sold by quite a few places...

Gas tank sealers are sold by quite a few places including lot of the radiator shops that clean gas tanks. I just took mine in and it soaked for a couple of weeks to get all the rust and other crud...
Forum: Tech Help 11-17-2005, 08:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 736
Posted By pfphipps
I have a charger I bought at Walmart for my 230SL...

I have a charger I bought at Walmart for my 230SL that I drive a few times a year. It is the "tender" type of charger. It charges at a low rate until it reaches a certain voltage and then turns...
Forum: Tech Help 11-03-2005, 08:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,091
Posted By pfphipps
I had the same problem on my 99 SLK230. Problem...

I had the same problem on my 99 SLK230. Problem was the tires. I know this will bring the wrath of everyone but I took off the Michelin tires and put on Bridgestones. Problems solved. Even my...
Forum: Tech Help 12-22-2004, 02:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 14,910
Posted By pfphipps
I bought a new 300E2.8 in December, 1992. The...

I bought a new 300E2.8 in December, 1992. The car was made in August, 1992, if I remember right, so it was a very, very early 300E2.8 and it came with R134 in it from the factory. Hard to...
Forum: Tech Help 07-22-2004, 11:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,269
Posted By pfphipps
On my car, a little shot of WD-40 sprayed on the...

On my car, a little shot of WD-40 sprayed on the bushing kept it quiet for about six months each time I sprayed it. Give it a try.
Forum: Tech Help 06-27-2004, 02:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,283
Posted By pfphipps
There is also a drain on the bottom of the...

There is also a drain on the bottom of the radiator itself. Did you open that as well when draining? I did not see where you said you did that.
Forum: Tech Help 05-21-2004, 09:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,313
Posted By pfphipps
I had a similar sound on a 93 300E and it came...

I had a similar sound on a 93 300E and it came from the rubber suspension bushings. A little WD40 sprayed on the bottom suspension bushings and it was good for another couple of months. Sometimes...
Forum: Tech Help 05-20-2004, 06:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,404
Posted By pfphipps
Through May 23, you can get $2 off the $20 price...

Through May 23, you can get $2 off the $20 price if you are a Craftman Club member. I think you can apply as you buy but I am not sure. $18 was such a good price, I bought two but $20 is great as...
Forum: Tech Help 05-18-2004, 06:33 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,040
Posted By pfphipps
Right now, the $30 Sears meter is $20 or $18 if...

Right now, the $30 Sears meter is $20 or $18 if you are a "Craftmans Club" member. Model number 82139. Duty cycle and most anything else. I am not sure if you can sign up for the club when you...
Forum: Tech Help 04-27-2004, 09:04 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 850
Posted By pfphipps
On an old 190D2.2, I had a leak that occured...

On an old 190D2.2, I had a leak that occured while I was out of town, away from a dealer. The car was still under warranty and after talking to the people at the 1-800 number, I bypassed it. I...
Forum: Tech Help 04-20-2004, 09:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,517
Posted By pfphipps
Years ago, I had an aux water pump start leaking...

Years ago, I had an aux water pump start leaking on a 190. Since I was in the middle of a ski trip and it was Christmas eve (no dealer within miles), I bypassed the water around it and drove without...
Forum: Tech Help 02-18-2004, 07:36 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,306
Posted By pfphipps
MB says to NOT use distilled water. So, the...

MB says to NOT use distilled water. So, the dealers are doing exactly what is recommended by MB. I have used tap water in all my Mercedes including my 1966 230SL since new. All are fine with no...
Forum: Tech Help 02-17-2004, 09:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,137
Posted By pfphipps
Or you can just take it out and tie the two ends...

Or you can just take it out and tie the two ends of the hoses together. I had one start leaking on a fairly new MB while skiing in Utah in the dead of winter. I put piece of fiberglass tube in...
Forum: Tech Help 02-12-2004, 06:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 952
Posted By pfphipps
And guess who makes the battery with the Mercedes...

And guess who makes the battery with the Mercedes name on it at the dealer. Interstate. I recently visited the local Interstate distributor and besides the Interstate labeled batteries, there were...
Forum: Tech Help 01-20-2004, 08:24 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,280
Posted By pfphipps
Two additional points: 1. There are two...

Two additional points:

1. There are two different types of sensors on the new E-class brakes. One of the front wheels has a normal brake wear indicator saying the brakes need replacing. The...
Forum: Tech Help 11-24-2003, 07:52 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 686
Posted By pfphipps
Lookat this site. I am pretty sure you do not...

Lookat this site. I am pretty sure you do not want to do it--big $ and headaches. Sell it and buy new here.

http://www.epa.gov/otaq/imports/
Forum: Tech Help 10-21-2003, 11:15 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,147
Posted By pfphipps
If the paint is not broken or there is not a...

If the paint is not broken or there is not a crease, small dents can be removed by the "paintless dent removal" methods. Since there is no painting, it is much, much cheaper than traditional body...
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