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Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 12-09-2008, 12:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,083
Posted By tt33
Class Action Suit (Excessive Oil Consumption and/or Oil Sludging)

I have 99 ML320 and the engine failed at 77K miles. I worked with the laywer who actually filed the class action suit (Francis J. Farina). The MBZ dealership used to change conventional oil on my ML...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 11-25-2008, 01:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,043
Posted By tt33
What is the minimal thicknes of ML320 front brake...

What is the minimal thicknes of ML320 front brake pads? And how do I measure it correctly? Thanks!
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 11-11-2008, 12:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 19,865
Posted By tt33
Bosch OEM Spark Plugs

Could you please tell me if this is the OEM part:
Bosch Spark Plug Part Number: 4501

http://tinyurl.com/6pyj5r

I do not see this part number in the MBZ manual. Thanks!
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 11-07-2008, 12:37 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 19,865
Posted By tt33
Unhappy Bosch Platinum 4

I called the MBZ dealership today and they highly NOT recommended to use Bosch Platinum 2 or 4 spark plugs. Looks like your experience was also pretty bad with Bosch. Do you recomment any other brand...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 02-08-2007, 12:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,061
Posted By tt33
I had the same problem in MN. Switch broke when...

I had the same problem in MN. Switch broke when the window was down. Had to replace a master switch ($130 + 60 labor).
Good luck.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 02-08-2007, 12:19 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,470
Posted By tt33
ML320 Window switch

Found one for $130. Here is a comment I got from a part supplier:

"Umm You might consider buying two. They break every few years if the
car is used daily. Also any other parts that you know you...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 02-06-2007, 12:33 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,470
Posted By tt33
ML320 master switch panel

Driver's window switch broke. Any suggestions where to get one?
Thanks!
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 02-06-2007, 12:17 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 16,034
Posted By tt33
4 - Engine Failure at 77K ML320 1999.

4 - Engine Failure at 77K
ML320 1999.
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 12-04-2006, 01:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,015
Posted By tt33
MBZ will not be happy to pay for correcting the...

MBZ will not be happy to pay for correcting the problem. My 99 ML320 engine failed at 77K miles due to the fact MBZ dealers kept changing the fossil oil but at the end they reset the computer...
Forum: Tech Help 08-15-2006, 01:37 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,477
Posted By tt33
Question Resetting Oil Change Mileage Counter

How do I change the oil change mileage counter on the onboard computer after changing oil DIY? It has something to do with the key. Any instructions anywhere for 1999 ML-320? Thanks!
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 06-25-2005, 11:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,209
Posted By tt33
Is there a way to figure out if there was a...

Is there a way to figure out if there was a sludging problem in the engine based on the photos of the engine? Or the sludge is accumulated in oil filters only, so you might not see the problem if you...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 06-17-2005, 06:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,588
Posted By tt33
1. Are you talking about the yellow brake light? ...

1. Are you talking about the yellow brake light?
2. How do you know it's the front pads - the light does not have any indications front or rear?

The manual actually suggests it could a low level...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 05-17-2005, 12:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,588
Posted By tt33
This is the yellow ((o)) light - I've not seen...

This is the yellow ((o)) light - I've not seen the red light yet :o
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 05-16-2005, 03:08 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,588
Posted By tt33
Ray is exactly right - I am talking about the...

Ray is exactly right - I am talking about the control panel break light.
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 05-16-2005, 01:58 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,588
Posted By tt33
Break light goes on and offf

When I start my 99 ML320 and slowly move out of my garage, I see the break light is flashing for 1-3 seconds and then it goes off. When I drive, I do not see the light at all, so it only hapens when...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 03-09-2005, 12:48 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 17,418
Posted By tt33
Tim, I agree. This ML is the only and the...

Tim,

I agree. This ML is the only and the last Mercedes I ever bought and I will never ever buy another MB model. I will also never buy any other German car - my impression now that any VW, BMW or...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 03-08-2005, 12:48 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 17,418
Posted By tt33
Reply from MBUSA

Here is the reply I just received from MBUSA:

---------------------------
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Feb 28. 2005

Thank you for your recent letter to our President and CEO, Paul Halata. After...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 02-27-2005, 02:28 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 17,418
Posted By tt33
Darkman, What's SA?

Darkman,

What's SA?
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 02-27-2005, 12:49 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 17,418
Posted By tt33
So what did you end up with? Did they offer...

So what did you end up with? Did they offer anything to you? I do not think that transmission is covered by that class action settlement - or did they also used the wrong transmission fluid??
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 02-15-2005, 03:50 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 17,418
Posted By tt33
So in your opinion, if there is no bearing...

So in your opinion, if there is no bearing failure, then there is not oil connection? The bottom line is that the class action settlement requires MBUSA to “err on the side of the customer” in the...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 02-15-2005, 12:39 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 17,418
Posted By tt33
Update

Tim,

I uploaded the photos that the dealer gave me - they are in Microsoft Power Point Presentation format (PPT). You can downoad them from here:

ML320 77K Engine Failure Photos (PPT)...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 02-09-2005, 06:51 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 17,418
Posted By tt33
Loosing is always on option :D. I know it was...

Loosing is always on option :D. I know it was out mistake from the start: we paid the sticker price in 1998 for this ML, we went to the dealer to change oil every time FSS told us too; we spent...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 02-09-2005, 06:36 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 17,418
Posted By tt33
Here is the dealer's service manager quote: "We...

Here is the dealer's service manager quote: "We do not care who would pay for this repair - you or MB. MB already gave you discount I've never heard of". The PA shop followed the wrong MB...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 02-08-2005, 11:59 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 17,418
Posted By tt33
Arrow The story continues...

Yes, I am giving you the whole story! When the service manager at the local MB dealership checked out our oil change records, he was so impressed he siad "you took care of this truck even better than...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 02-07-2005, 03:38 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 17,418
Posted By tt33
The problem is that I already paid $6K for the...

The problem is that I already paid $6K for the repair following the lawyer recommendation (note: the lawyer who won the class action slugging suit against MB). So I am waiting for him to proceed......
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 12-23-2004, 04:26 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 17,418
Posted By tt33
Saga continues...

Ok, finally the dealer fixed the leaking cooland problem after they changed the engine (I had to visit an independent car repair shop and they found leakage immediately after connecting a pressure...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 12-10-2004, 05:57 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 17,418
Posted By tt33
Rick, I think I can do that, however what...

Rick,

I think I can do that, however what would be the "appropriate state governmental agency that regulates automotive repair shops"? I think my dealer is simply not capable of solving this...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 12-10-2004, 04:39 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 17,418
Posted By tt33
Angry New photo

I added another photo of the leakage. Drove 10 miles and stopped on the dry surface in front of my garage. See the oil puddle here (http://webideas.com/ml320/ml320_oil.jpg).

Looks like the oils is...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 12-10-2004, 01:47 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 17,418
Posted By tt33
Question Second

Update: Got my ML320 yesterday. The manager at the dealership assured me that nothing was wrong and it they couldnot find any leakage. He also said that it could be a residual oil issue. They...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 12-07-2004, 06:19 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 17,418
Posted By tt33
>> 1. Can't drive more than 60mph: I take it with...

>> 1. Can't drive more than 60mph: I take it with the accelerator floored it won't go past 60? Or will it not change up to a higher gear and so the RPM's climb very high in the same gear? Is Check...
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