RYT867

Call the Distric Service Manager. They are there to solve situations like this. If you have a reasonable doubt, which you do, I think you'll find they will work with you. Call the dealership, ask for the service department, as for the name and telephone # of the DSM.

-Was the "bad" pulley a new one (came with the new alternator)?

-The crystallization issue should not be something that you, the customer, bringing your car to an authorized dealer, should have to even determine let alone deal with.

If it is a bad pulley (very unsual) from MBZ they will definately stand behind it. You have a warranty on the work done. If it is a dealership installation problem, this will quickly come out and they will be obligated to take care of the whole thing.

Give it a try.

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