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Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 12-30-2020, 04:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,143
Posted By SocksE420
Sorry for the late review of your question but I...

Sorry for the late review of your question but I changed both motor mounts in my 03 SL 500 with a floor jack. The driver's side mount is the challenge and required some bending of the power steering...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 11-28-2015, 08:44 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 394
Posted By SocksE420
WTB 17 inch AMG Wheels

I am looking for two 17 inch AMG wheels - 8.5 J x 17 H2 ET 30 is what mine say. These were pretty common on early 2000s CLKs, the 8.5s were typically the rear wheels. Condition does not have to be...
Forum: Tech Help 06-15-2011, 08:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 725
Posted By SocksE420
Thanks MBDoc - how do I test the low speed fan? ...

Thanks MBDoc - how do I test the low speed fan?
Socks
Forum: Tech Help 06-12-2011, 01:43 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 13,659
Posted By SocksE420
I had the same problem with the same car -...

I had the same problem with the same car - somehow I compressed key fob while trying to start the car and this somehow disabled the ignition (assume it is an anti theft device). As I recall, the fix...
Forum: Tech Help 06-12-2011, 01:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 725
Posted By SocksE420
96 C280 Auxilary Fan Issue

I've reviewed the excellent dissussion on auxilary fans that "Vince" initiated a few years back. I do not think my fans are coming; when I looked at the relay panel, I could not find a relay like...
Forum: Tech Help 08-16-2009, 11:32 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,755
Posted By SocksE420
Arthur - I will take you up on that offer if the...

Arthur - I will take you up on that offer if the time comes. Thanks again to you and this site for the great support.
Socks
Forum: Tech Help 08-15-2009, 01:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,755
Posted By SocksE420
Talking Arthur - problem solved but I now think it was...

Arthur - problem solved but I now think it was the NSS; I read a post that you participated in a year ago where someone recommend that the gearshift lever be moved from drive up to park without...
Forum: Tech Help 08-15-2009, 01:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,755
Posted By SocksE420
Arthur - is it time for me to do the test feed...

Arthur - is it time for me to do the test feed through the relay socket you mentioned above or continue looking for other possible faults?
One item that occurred to me yesterday was that I may...
Forum: Tech Help 08-15-2009, 10:49 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,755
Posted By SocksE420
Arthur - performed the tests this morning: -...

Arthur - performed the tests this morning:
- energized pin 1 with + and pin 5 with - from a separate battery
- test pin 1 and 9 with the test lamp grounded to the battery - both pins lit the light...
Forum: Tech Help 08-13-2009, 08:15 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,755
Posted By SocksE420
Arthur - appreciate you walking me through this -...

Arthur - appreciate you walking me through this - regarding the test lamp, mine has an alligator clip and an ice pick point - when you say "hook one lead to the battery" do I put clip on the negative...
Forum: Tech Help 08-12-2009, 08:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,755
Posted By SocksE420
Arthur - I have two sources of 12 volts; my...

Arthur - I have two sources of 12 volts; my lawnmower battery or my 12 volt battery charger.
Socks
Forum: Tech Help 08-12-2009, 08:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,755
Posted By SocksE420
Arthur - I guess that depends; I have a...

Arthur - I guess that depends; I have a multimeter, test light, etc., - will these be enough?
Socks
Forum: Tech Help 08-12-2009, 07:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,755
Posted By SocksE420
OVP - How do you test for defect?

My 96 C280 won't start; I checked the OVP and it is the newer part number 000 540 67 45 and it appear OK on the outside (i.e., the 15 amp fuse appears OK and I did not detect any electrical paths on...
Forum: Tech Help 08-11-2009, 10:46 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,108
Posted By SocksE420
MB Doc - thanks for responding; I found the OVP...

MB Doc - thanks for responding; I found the OVP this morning and it is the newer part number and the 15 amp fuse on top appears good. I will check the lights tonight but I do not recall them...
Forum: Tech Help 08-10-2009, 08:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,108
Posted By SocksE420
96 C280 Won't Start

I'm hoping Arthur Dalton might help given the great advice he always provides on OVPs. This morning I tried to start my 96 C280 and it initially caught but then died immediately. Now it cranks and...
Forum: Tech Help 02-14-2008, 01:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,029
Posted By SocksE420
I'd had good luck with the Valvolene sythetic...

I'd had good luck with the Valvolene sythetic power steering fluid; put it in at 50K, did one turkey baster fluid change at 85K and things are still smooth and quiet at 101K.
Cheers, SocksE420
Forum: Tech Help 10-04-2007, 12:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 998
Posted By SocksE420
Wink I recently purchased a window regulator from them...

I recently purchased a window regulator from them for my 96 E320; while it was not exactly like the original (actually think it may be a better design) it fit fine and works fine. About half the...
Forum: Tech Help 06-23-2007, 06:43 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,582
Posted By SocksE420
Thanks for the sage advice - radio is up and...

Thanks for the sage advice - radio is up and running. Appreciate all the help!
Cheers, SocksE420
Forum: Tech Help 06-19-2007, 07:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,582
Posted By SocksE420
Thanks for all the tips - especially the radio;...

Thanks for all the tips - especially the radio; however, now I have to find that code - anything special about putting in the code (assuming I find it)?
Cheers, Socks E420
Forum: Tech Help 06-17-2007, 10:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,582
Posted By SocksE420
Raymond - thank you for the fast reply - will try...

Raymond - thank you for the fast reply - will try first thing in the morning.
Cheers, SocksE420
Forum: Tech Help 06-17-2007, 03:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,582
Posted By SocksE420
W210 Rear Seat Removal

Looks like I need to replace the battery in my 96 E320 - I know it's under the rear seat but I'm not sure how to pull it out? I notice there is an indent on both sides but I don't know what is in...
Forum: Tech Help 11-02-2006, 09:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,191
Posted By SocksE420
W210 Instrument Cluster Removal

I need to replace a couple of the bulbs in my 96 E320 instrument cluster. Have read some threads that suggest removing the left dash speaker for access to push the cluster out. Is that the way to...
Forum: Tech Help 12-27-2005, 07:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,344
Posted By SocksE420
Thanks MB DOC - one final question - is this just...

Thanks MB DOC - one final question - is this just a fluke (doesn't sound like it) and can I expect the new switch to last any longer than the original (had a similar issue with the wipers at around...
Forum: Tech Help 12-25-2005, 03:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,344
Posted By SocksE420
Thanks for responding so quickly - on Christmas...

Thanks for responding so quickly - on Christmas no less!
Funny you should mention the ignition switch - this morning it was raining cats & dogs and initially the windshield wipers would not work -...
Forum: Tech Help 12-25-2005, 07:28 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,344
Posted By SocksE420
W210 Electrical Gremlin

My 96 E320 with 71K has starting intermittedly displaying a dim SRS light the last week or so and, less frequently, the factory radio will stop playing. I think I saw the SRS light "flash" when I...
Forum: Middle Atlantic - US (DC,DE,MD,PA,VA,WV) 06-26-2004, 12:55 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 27,961
Posted By SocksE420
Good shop in Hampton Roads

I used Larry's Imports in Virginia Beach last week for an ARS light - as recommended by others on this Forum. Nothing was found and they cleared the fault. I was very pleased with the operation and...
Forum: Middle Atlantic - US (DC,DE,MD,PA,VA,WV) 05-10-2004, 12:41 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 27,961
Posted By SocksE420
Got my E320 back from Kim's last Saturday - very...

Got my E320 back from Kim's last Saturday - very pleased with the results; although not cheap, I would highly recommend this body shop to anyone for any repair.
OBTW - stopped by Phillips before I...
Forum: Middle Atlantic - US (DC,DE,MD,PA,VA,WV) 04-17-2004, 08:44 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 27,961
Posted By SocksE420
BODY SHOP RECOMMENDATION

Thanks for the recommendation - I will look them up this week!
Cheers, SocksE420
Forum: Middle Atlantic - US (DC,DE,MD,PA,VA,WV) 04-16-2004, 03:18 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 27,961
Posted By SocksE420
What about bodywork?

Thanks for the recommendation - my wife's 96 320 will need its 60K at some point. We're in Norfolk and she picked up two big door bang at the mall - any body shops you would recommend?
Cheers,...
Forum: Tech Help 03-29-2004, 01:19 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,700
Posted By SocksE420
Question for JackD

JackD - regarding the power steering fluid and filter I have a similar Benz (96 E320) but do not see a place for a filter similar to previous Benz - where is the power steering filter?
Cheers,...
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