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Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 01-11-2006, 03:32 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 958
Posted By AusMBtech
C32 gearshift (need to stop upshift)

G'day all

Well, I finally got my C32 (a cheap one got traded at work), I'm really enjoying it but it upshifts automatically (like they all did until they modified the AMG gearbox control units). I...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 05-12-2005, 06:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,716
Posted By AusMBtech
Put a single wheel bolt loosely into the hub, get...

Put a single wheel bolt loosely into the hub, get a 10lb mallet and hit the rotor where the caliper used to lie (Very hard). Make sure you've got the park brake off while you're removing the rotor,...
Forum: Tech Help 05-03-2005, 07:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,450
Posted By AusMBtech
Because you need to open the system anyway which...

Because you need to open the system anyway which requires the replacement of the reciever/dryer I would suggest that you also purchase a set of adapter valves and regas the system with R134a. It only...
Forum: Tech Help 04-18-2005, 07:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,189
Posted By AusMBtech
If the speed sensor in the diff dies then the...

If the speed sensor in the diff dies then the gearbox has no reference speed for the output shaft so it goes into emergency running mode as well as putting the abs light on.

I saw this on a W202...
Forum: Tech Help 04-13-2005, 07:28 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 664
Posted By AusMBtech
If the engine got enough water into it from a...

If the engine got enough water into it from a headgasket leak/cracked head to cause it to hydrualic then it would be fairly obvious when the cylinder head is removed.

Personnally I would be arming...
Forum: Tech Help 04-13-2005, 07:20 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,944
Posted By AusMBtech
I think the a major factor in all of this is how...

I think the a major factor in all of this is how techs are paid. In the US they are more likely to be paid "flat rate" per job while in Australia we are paid per hour (working or not) and given...
Forum: General Information 04-12-2005, 05:16 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 55,339
Posted By AusMBtech
I had a look around work today but I can't find...

I had a look around work today but I can't find anything about it (in Australia). Maybe it'll come later or we won't get it at all :eek:
That number doesn't look like any recall/campain number we...
Forum: Tech Help 04-12-2005, 05:12 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 24,625
Posted By AusMBtech
The change is effective in the march 2005 WIS...

The change is effective in the march 2005 WIS (workshop information system) update. It is now in all the service sheets except W163, W170, W202, W208, W210. In the newer models there is a chassis...
Forum: Tech Help 04-11-2005, 03:30 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 24,625
Posted By AusMBtech
MB now want oil to be replaced in the 722.6 and...

MB now want oil to be replaced in the 722.6 and 722.9 gearboxs once at 60,000km/40,000mi. This change came into effect in March this year. Personnally I would be changing the fluid every...
Forum: General Information 04-11-2005, 03:11 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 55,339
Posted By AusMBtech
Does anyone know the official MB recall number? I...

Does anyone know the official MB recall number? I haven't heard a thing about this recall yet in Australia.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 02-20-2005, 10:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,458
Posted By AusMBtech
I don't think the sticker on your vehicle is the...

I don't think the sticker on your vehicle is the correct one for your tyre size (unless US market uses different pressures). Most MB's I see with wheels other than those fitted from factory dont have...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 02-20-2005, 10:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,454
Posted By AusMBtech
I would say no to tiles if you are going to do...

I would say no to tiles if you are going to do anything other than park cars on it (jack stands will damage them eventually).

If you do use epoxy (very good when done properly) then make sure you...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 02-20-2005, 10:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,008
Posted By AusMBtech
I'm only 21 myself and I've driven cars from a...

I'm only 21 myself and I've driven cars from a 1960's Volvo to a 2004 MB S600 to a Porsche 911 (930) turbo. Just because you are young doesn't mean you ARE a irresonsible driver.......but younger...
Forum: Tech Help 02-20-2005, 07:08 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,735
Posted By AusMBtech
I'm pretty sure they're out to make money on your...

I'm pretty sure they're out to make money on your car.

I've seen numorous bullitens instructing that ignition coils are not to be replaced unless they are deamed to be faulty by means of...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 02-20-2005, 06:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,008
Posted By AusMBtech
Why teenagers shouldn't test drive cars.....

http://www.fefcholden.org.au/cgi-bin/yabb/YaBB.cgi?board=otherimg;action=display;num=1108516628
Forum: Tech Help 02-16-2005, 12:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,735
Posted By AusMBtech
I forgot to add that all the loan cars at my...

I forgot to add that all the loan cars at my dealer are run on the cheapest grade of fuel available in Australia. The C180 (highest compression and lowest boost) is the vehicle that feels the crap...
Forum: Tech Help 02-16-2005, 11:52 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,735
Posted By AusMBtech
Yep......he's right, there was a bulliten...

Yep......he's right, there was a bulliten concerning fuel quality but it was very specific that you must use PREMIUM FUEL in all current vehicles. So you are fine with the fuel you are using.

Ask...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 02-16-2005, 02:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,321
Posted By AusMBtech
The control pressure is lower when cold and...

The control pressure is lower when cold and acceleration (if vacuum controled as well).

An example control pressure for your engine (reg 056, 101) at 0degC/32degF control pressure should be...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 02-15-2005, 06:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,321
Posted By AusMBtech
If the fuel pressure out of the warmup regulator...

If the fuel pressure out of the warmup regulator is too high the the engine will run leaner, more so on acceleration...........high system pressure will make it run richer (but this is adjustable).
...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 02-14-2005, 05:22 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,260
Posted By AusMBtech
The traction system can be a bit sensitive at...

The traction system can be a bit sensitive at times but the end result is worth it.

Has this fault just started or has it always done it? Simple things like tyre pressures and same wheel diameters...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 02-14-2005, 05:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,344
Posted By AusMBtech
Once the ECU has detected a misfire it will...

Once the ECU has detected a misfire it will shutdown the cylinders to prevent further damage so don't bother tracing why the coils have no power going to them, the injectors won't be running either....
Forum: Tech Help 02-09-2005, 07:18 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,677
Posted By AusMBtech
Those numbers were decipherable...........until...

Those numbers were decipherable...........until the O2 came in at 20.8%!!!!!!!!

Does your engine not run on oxygen? I would've thought the tester would pick this up. Some oxygen in the exhuast...
Forum: Tech Help 02-05-2005, 06:58 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,260
Posted By AusMBtech
the only bullitens I could find talk alot about...

the only bullitens I could find talk alot about checking for smooth engine running first (especially in diesels), some earlier cars with a clutch disk that rattled and alot on A class gearbox...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-05-2005, 06:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 867
Posted By AusMBtech
You have the later style glow plug relay with a...

You have the later style glow plug relay with a built in auto reseting circuit breaker. There is no fuse on that version.

What fault are you chasing?
Forum: Tech Help 02-05-2005, 06:24 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 903
Posted By AusMBtech
Alot of cats from that period brokeup internally....

Alot of cats from that period brokeup internally. Newer cats are better but I don't know that they are "that much" better. Damaged cats are becoming a less common problem though, they must be getting...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 02-05-2005, 06:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,523
Posted By AusMBtech
The wiring mod is just a replacement wiring for...

The wiring mod is just a replacement wiring for the fan only. The aux fan wiring plug is just disconnected and cable tied out of the way and the new wiring routed to the fuse box.

Im the only one...
Forum: Tech Help 02-03-2005, 01:24 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,260
Posted By AusMBtech
It should be on your vehicle data card in your...

It should be on your vehicle data card in your owners manual. I think it's 717.........

Otherwise it'll be stamped on the side of the gearbox. I just need the first 6 digits eg. 717411 (my car)
Forum: Tech Help 02-02-2005, 05:51 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,168
Posted By AusMBtech
There are 2 55AMG engines. A supercharged version...

There are 2 55AMG engines. A supercharged version and a non supercharged version. I didn't think the non supercharged version was offered in the W220/S Class (I've never seen a S55 non supercharged)....
Forum: Tech Help 02-02-2005, 02:21 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,260
Posted By AusMBtech
I know there is a known fault with the 5 speed...

I know there is a known fault with the 5 speed manual gearboxes with a rattle.

Post your gearbox number (first 6 digits) and I'll look it up tomorrow at work.
Forum: Tech Help 02-02-2005, 01:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,168
Posted By AusMBtech
1) The electrics don't give any regular faults on...

1) The electrics don't give any regular faults on this model. Just a few random things which you'd get on any other car. Things to watch out for though are flat batterys, airmatic pumps that keep...
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