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Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 03-25-2018, 11:20 AM
Replies: 254
Views: 18,948
Posted By Bob I
The W211 BlueTec U.S. models did not have the...

The W211 BlueTec U.S. models did not have the Adblue requirement until the 2010 model year. Other Mercedes models such as the SUVs and Sprinters did have the Adblue prior to 2010, but not the E320...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 03-14-2018, 09:19 AM
Replies: 254
Views: 18,948
Posted By Bob I
BlueTec E320 and AdBlue

I have a 2009 E320 BlueTec sedan. It does not have the DEF system. It was purchased used under the Certified Pre-Owned Program and not having the AdBlue requirement was one of the reasons I looked...
Forum: Tech Help 02-24-2018, 10:14 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,850
Posted By Bob I
Just be aware that the E350s come standard with...

Just be aware that the E350s come standard with what is still called MB Tex-Leather. It is different than the old MB Tex that was used for years. This new stuff is not leather, so the name used is...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-11-2018, 08:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 634
Posted By Bob I
I'm sure he charges more than some guy operating...

I'm sure he charges more than some guy operating out of his home but if you want something fixed right, they will do it.

A good example is doing transmission fluid changes. Mark will flush the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-10-2018, 09:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 634
Posted By Bob I
Mark at: Star Class Motors 731 West 6th...

Mark at:

Star Class Motors
731 West 6th Street
Papillion, NE 68046

(402) 932-7827

He started the company in 2000 after working for the local Mercedes dealer for 12 years and knows diesels...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-16-2016, 04:08 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,460
Posted By Bob I
Have you looked at the thread I started on...

Have you looked at the thread I started on 12-20-2009 with the title ABS, BAS, ESP lights on ?

Your problem sounds similar to what I had back then. It has been almost 7 years since I fixed my car...
Forum: Tech Help 02-22-2012, 09:25 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 18,499
Posted By Bob I
There are so many possible causes when you have...

There are so many possible causes when you have ABS problems that it makes tracking it down a little difficult. When mine acted up I didn't want to give a dealer or my regular shop a blank check to...
Forum: Tech Help 02-21-2012, 01:42 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 18,499
Posted By Bob I
Graham, Was your ABS pump running constantly...

Graham,

Was your ABS pump running constantly along with the ABS, BAS & ESP lights indicating a malfunction? I now see where some of the confusion in coming from. There is a relay #A 002 542 13...
Forum: Tech Help 02-21-2012, 10:50 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 18,499
Posted By Bob I
Graham, If I understand things correctly,...

Graham,

If I understand things correctly, the K40 relay is the whole unit I pictured in post #7 and has part #A 000 540 00 72 stamped on it. I attached a file of what I think is usually referred...
Forum: Tech Help 02-19-2012, 11:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 18,499
Posted By Bob I
The K40 relay is the complete unit shown in the...

The K40 relay is the complete unit shown in the photo from post #7 with the part # A 000 540 00 72. Since it comes with all of the fuses etc. it is one of the more reasonably priced MB parts. There...
Forum: Tech Help 11-27-2011, 11:54 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,102
Posted By Bob I
It appears to be leaking out of the front pump...

It appears to be leaking out of the front pump seal. I didn't think the stop leak products would fix hose leaks.
Forum: Tech Help 11-26-2011, 10:50 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,102
Posted By Bob I
Great information. I did try the Lucas Power...

Great information. I did try the Lucas Power Steering Stop Leak. I'm not sure what if any secret ingredients it has, but it is a very thick fluid. The leak stopped almost immediately and I at...
Forum: Tech Help 11-25-2011, 11:25 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,102
Posted By Bob I
Thanks for the replies. I had searched...

Thanks for the replies. I had searched previously but only used 124 and E420 for the model numbers. It looks like I should have used 400E in my search.

Why does the flat rate go at 4-6 hours? ...
Forum: Tech Help 11-24-2011, 12:16 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,102
Posted By Bob I
Flat rate time to reseal W124 power steering pump?

Does anyone know what the flat rate time is to remove, reseal and reinstall a W124, 1995 E420 power steering pump? I found some articles indicating removal and reinstall of the pump on this V-8...
Forum: Tech Help 06-28-2011, 11:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,177
Posted By Bob I
Car has 116,000 miles on it.

Car has 116,000 miles on it.
Forum: Tech Help 06-27-2011, 02:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,177
Posted By Bob I
Worked on the horn replacement this morning. I...

Worked on the horn replacement this morning. I did have to take off the apron under the front bumper to get to the horn. You can't even see it from on top. Luckily I had a 13mm GearWrench ratchet...
Forum: Tech Help 06-26-2011, 04:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,177
Posted By Bob I
Thanks Gilly, I haven't had time to tackle...

Thanks Gilly,

I haven't had time to tackle the horn replacement yet but will report back after I find it and complete the job.
Forum: Tech Help 06-23-2011, 08:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,177
Posted By Bob I
W210 low tone horn location help

I found a few sources that indicate the low tone horn on a 2001 W210 sedan is behind the passenger side head light somewhere. Does anyone have a diagram of where it is and how to remove it or...
Forum: Tech Help 03-13-2010, 07:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,314
Posted By Bob I
emerydc8 If your dealership quoted you over...

emerydc8

If your dealership quoted you over $400 each for these mounts, it is time to find a different dealership. As samiam44 said previously, the suggested Mercedes list price for these mounts...
Forum: Tech Help 03-01-2010, 09:08 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 12,045
Posted By Bob I
I wouldn't be so sure the Mercedes engineers had...

I wouldn't be so sure the Mercedes engineers had a cost factor in mind when they went to the plastic oil tubes. About five years ago while exploring this subject, I talked to an experienced Mercedes...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 01-10-2010, 09:43 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,432
Posted By Bob I
Masterful job of writing the ad. He says "LOW...

Masterful job of writing the ad. He says "LOW MILAGE 141,000 miles on the odometer" but avoids mentioning how many miles are actually on the car.

It looks like if you want to buy a car that...
Forum: Tech Help 01-03-2010, 01:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,211
Posted By Bob I
e300D97: Was your relay defective...

e300D97:

Was your relay defective immediately or did it work for a few days?

I suspect that my relay is defective but since it fixed the problem for three or four days, I'd like to be certain...
Forum: Tech Help 12-31-2009, 07:48 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,211
Posted By Bob I
Help-ABS, BAS & ESP lights back on!

Last weekend I thought I fixed my problem by replacing the K40 relay. Originally on my 2001 E55 the ABS, BAS and ESP lights all came on when I started the car and it said "Visit Workshop". The ABS...
Forum: Tech Help 12-28-2009, 11:29 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 18,499
Posted By Bob I
Replaced the K40 relay over the weekend. It...

Replaced the K40 relay over the weekend. It stopped the ABS pump from constantly running and ABS etc. is now working as it should. The most difficult part was removing all of the connections that...
Forum: Tech Help 12-22-2009, 10:56 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 18,499
Posted By Bob I
Thanks for the help. I'll let you know how the...

Thanks for the help. I'll let you know how the relay replacement worked.
Forum: Tech Help 12-22-2009, 01:14 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 18,499
Posted By Bob I
M.B. Doc: Thanks for all you do on this...

M.B. Doc:

Thanks for all you do on this site. Would a bad K40 relay cause the pump to run with the key removed or is that more likely a problem with the solenoid pack that connects to the ABS...
Forum: Tech Help 12-20-2009, 09:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 18,499
Posted By Bob I
ABS, BAS, ESP lights on

On my 2001 E55 the ABS, BAS and ESP lights all came on when I started the car and it says "Visit Workshop". The ABS pump was running constantly and continued to run after turning the car off. We...
Forum: Tech Help 09-01-2009, 05:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,858
Posted By Bob I
I would look carefully for signs of rust...

I would look carefully for signs of rust problems. There should have been a special inspection/rust proofing service done under warranty for the doors. My 2001 E55 has rust bubbles that formed on...
Forum: Tech Help 02-06-2009, 12:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,793
Posted By Bob I
Based on the lack of information available, this...

Based on the lack of information available, this appears to be an uncommon problem. My 2001 E55 has been doing the same thing for some time now. The dealer hasn't been able to duplicate this. I...
Forum: Tech Help 12-28-2008, 08:21 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,114
Posted By Bob I
He said he took it to a MB shop. That could be a...

He said he took it to a MB shop. That could be a dealer or an independent.
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