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Forum: Tech Help 10-15-2006, 06:56 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,295
Posted By lyonstexas
Problem found. Locking and unlocking the door...

Problem found. Locking and unlocking the door lock with the key apparently reset the system. suspect it has something to do with the alarm system and ignition lockout.
Tim
Forum: Tech Help 10-14-2006, 02:15 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,295
Posted By lyonstexas
C280 Ignition Switch Won't Start

I just replaced my ignition tumbler and steering column lock assembly and all works well, including all lights. When I try to start the car it won't fire and starter kicks out after 2 seconds of...
Forum: Tech Help 06-09-2006, 10:23 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 29,830
Posted By lyonstexas
The sunroof grease list is $145.00 for 1.1lb. or...

The sunroof grease list is $145.00 for 1.1lb. or 500grams. Park Place MB in Dallas sells to MB club members for $80.00. That amount will last a lifetime for the average DIYer. I haven't found any...
Forum: Tech Help 04-27-2006, 09:16 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,733
Posted By lyonstexas
I have a 1992 300SE with a 5-speed overdrive...

I have a 1992 300SE with a 5-speed overdrive transmission.

Tim
Forum: Tech Help 04-10-2006, 09:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 969
Posted By lyonstexas
Dealer will have the plastic hoses or a foreign...

Dealer will have the plastic hoses or a foreign car parts store may have them in bulk lengths.
Tim
Forum: Tech Help 04-08-2006, 12:03 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,914
Posted By lyonstexas
It is most likely the bulb being burned out but...

It is most likely the bulb being burned out but if the bulb is good then it may be the fiber optic cable that gets the light from the bulb to the indicator or the plastic unit that the end of the...
Forum: Tech Help 02-19-2006, 10:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,048
Posted By lyonstexas
I'd suggest a little preventitive care to...

I'd suggest a little preventitive care to possibly extend the life of the pump. Change your fuel filter to avoid an additional load on the pump as well as avoiding a common cause of fuel starvation -...
Forum: Tech Help 01-19-2006, 12:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,537
Posted By lyonstexas
Does your model have coil packs? My 1997 C280...

Does your model have coil packs? My 1997 C280 (I6) has a coil pack for each two cylinders and I have had to replace two already, the second just last week. (87,000mi.) When mine went out there was...
Forum: General Information 01-05-2006, 10:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,647
Posted By lyonstexas
I bought a washer from Northern Tool and it works...

I bought a washer from Northern Tool and it works just fine. I believe I paid $79.00 on a sale. Highly recommend it for the casual home mechanic. Before you put cleaning fluid in, get a ballcock...
Forum: Tech Help 11-24-2005, 06:00 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,014
Posted By lyonstexas
When you had the tank out and at the radiator...

When you had the tank out and at the radiator shop did you have them braze in a drain plug at the lowest part of the tank to aid in future tank cleaning? A drain plug would alleviate the nexessity of...
Forum: Tech Help 10-25-2005, 10:28 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,250
Posted By lyonstexas
An alternative is to find a nut with a hole that...

An alternative is to find a nut with a hole that will fit over what is left of the plug and have a muffler shop weld it to the remaining shaft. When it cools you can remove the plug easily.
Tim
Forum: Tech Help 10-18-2005, 11:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,010
Posted By lyonstexas
On my 1992 300SE, the shift lever is pressed...

On my 1992 300SE, the shift lever is pressed straight down and turned counterclockwise about 120 degrees and then it comes straight out. Be careful and do not get it "cocked", keep it very straight....
Forum: Tech Help 09-12-2005, 10:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,323
Posted By lyonstexas
Brian's description is right on for the C280. I...

Brian's description is right on for the C280. I have a 1997 and the procedure is identical. I would add that you should put a dab of anti-sieze on the spark plug threads and an application of...
Forum: Tech Help 09-05-2005, 10:00 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,508
Posted By lyonstexas
Smile Could put a set of monster truck tires on the...

Could put a set of monster truck tires on the back. :)
Forum: Tech Help 08-31-2005, 10:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,042
Posted By lyonstexas
If it doesn't go well there is always small...

If it doesn't go well there is always small claims court for $20.00-$25.00.
Tim
Forum: Tech Help 08-29-2005, 09:34 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,934
Posted By lyonstexas
Had the same problem and vise locks, pipe wrench...

Had the same problem and vise locks, pipe wrench and hammered on sae socket wouldn't do it. Finally went to muffler shop with a 2" 3/8" bolt and had it welded to the plug at a 90 degree angle. when...
Forum: Tech Help 08-09-2005, 08:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,533
Posted By lyonstexas
The correct way to tighten new plugs with the...

The correct way to tighten new plugs with the crush ring is to tighten by hand and then go 3/4 of a turn with the plug wrench. If you are retightening a crush ring plug, only tighten 1/4 of a turn....
Forum: Tech Help 08-04-2005, 12:15 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,417
Posted By lyonstexas
I scrap block surfaces with a razor scraper and...

I scrap block surfaces with a razor scraper and the nozzle end of my shop vac right down as close as I can get it to the scraper. Stuff the cylinders with paper towels first and when you are through...
Forum: Tech Help 08-01-2005, 12:25 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,680
Posted By lyonstexas
On my 1992 300SE, I cut a section of the old...

On my 1992 300SE, I cut a section of the old serpentine belt that would wrap around the crankshaft pulley and used a chain pipe wrench (Harbor Freight - $20.00) and then used a breaker bar with a...
Forum: Tech Help 07-28-2005, 08:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,928
Posted By lyonstexas
My wife's C280 at 13K started to have a ticking...

My wife's C280 at 13K started to have a ticking noise from the timing chain area. Turned out to be a master link piece that had come loose. Caught it in time. Dealer paid.

Tim
Forum: Tech Help 07-22-2005, 10:37 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,247
Posted By lyonstexas
I would recommend that you replace the Schrader...

I would recommend that you replace the Schrader valves while doing the other work. Inexpensive and a source of leaks.

Tim
Forum: Tech Help 07-22-2005, 10:31 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,358
Posted By lyonstexas
If you still are nervous about the running temp...

If you still are nervous about the running temp after radiator replacement, try Water Wetter added to the coolant. It has reduced my temp by 10 degrees.

Tim
Forum: Tech Help 07-22-2005, 10:28 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 943
Posted By lyonstexas
Just replaced CV boots on a Toyota 4X4 and used...

Just replaced CV boots on a Toyota 4X4 and used split boots from Autozone. Take your old boot, if available, or measure the circumference of each end and see if they can match up a boot for you. The...
Forum: Tech Help 07-21-2005, 04:35 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 29,830
Posted By lyonstexas
I used MB sliding roof grease to lube my wiper...

I used MB sliding roof grease to lube my wiper mechanisn. White Lithium seems to get gummy and then dry out which results in sticking. The MB grease isn't cheap but I love that stuff.

jsbick: Take...
Forum: Tech Help 07-06-2005, 08:21 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,153
Posted By lyonstexas
Have you run a Carfax report on the car to see if...

Have you run a Carfax report on the car to see if any major/minor damage has ocurred previously? A proper alingment check at a professional alignment center may spot your problem quickly and save a...
Forum: Tech Help 07-04-2005, 04:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,479
Posted By lyonstexas
Worked with a woman years ago whose husband lost...

Worked with a woman years ago whose husband lost an eye to a piece of a battery when it exploded. He had a lit cigarette in his mouth when he went to check something under the hood. Kind of like...
Forum: Tech Help 06-28-2005, 06:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 995
Posted By lyonstexas
Arthur, Is the testing sequence the same on...

Arthur,

Is the testing sequence the same on my 300SE as the vehicle on the link you provided?

Tim
Forum: Tech Help 06-28-2005, 02:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 995
Posted By lyonstexas
Blower fan problem

On my 1992 300SE, the blower fan stopped running. Following conventional wisdom, I replaced the regulator, supercleaned and tightened all connections. Result...still no fan. The motor is fine when...
Forum: Tech Help 06-27-2005, 11:48 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 15,709
Posted By lyonstexas
On my 1992 300SE, I had a difficult time removing...

On my 1992 300SE, I had a difficult time removing the EGR tube but once fully disconnected I was able to bend it to remove it. As I was going to replace it I didn't worry about beating it up. I...
Forum: Tech Help 06-27-2005, 11:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,190
Posted By lyonstexas
On my 1993 300SE the knob and handle are one...

On my 1993 300SE the knob and handle are one piece and it is removed by pressing down (it is spring loaded) and turning a quarter of a turn in either a right hand or left hand direction. Sorry, I...
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