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Forum: Tech Help 09-26-2025, 06:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 353
Posted By tivoliman
file not found

Seems the file you referenced is on your local drive ... C:

Thanks for your help.
Forum: Tech Help 09-25-2025, 10:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 249
Posted By tivoliman
Is there a drain bolt? Basically, how do I drain...

Is there a drain bolt? Basically, how do I drain the transmission?
And do I fill it from underneath the car.

The Filter is in the replacement pan.

Where does the overflow item fit?
Forum: Tech Help 09-21-2025, 07:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 249
Posted By tivoliman
Wow - again - temperature control.... Getting...

Wow - again - temperature control....
Getting it warm was all I did with a W210 chassis (Transmission - 722.6)

Your comment:
"The set temperature varies based on model application" really? How...
Forum: Tech Help 09-21-2025, 07:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 353
Posted By tivoliman
thanks for the guidance. sounds "easy"

thanks for the guidance. sounds "easy"
Forum: Tech Help 09-21-2025, 04:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 353
Posted By tivoliman
Guidance for Spark Plug replacementr (M276) [2019 E450]

The parts department tells me that the E450 has 6 spark plus (different from my M113.940 which had 2 plugs per cylinder).

How often should I replace the coils? Each plug change? (50,000 miles)
...
Forum: Tech Help 09-21-2025, 04:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 249
Posted By tivoliman
transmission fluid change - E450 W213 (2019)

Looking for direction for changing the transmission fluid and filter of the W213 with M276 (Transmission: 725-270-46-18-87)

The Mercedes dealer (parts department) shared that the filter is...
Forum: Tech Help 06-11-2025, 09:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 377
Posted By tivoliman
Silly (memory) question

"Replace engine fan seal"

This summer I'm replacing the radiator on my 1986 560SL.

In my notes, I have an item to complete which is "Replace the engine fan seal".

Do you have any idea what I...
Forum: Tech Help 12-16-2024, 06:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,616
Posted By tivoliman
Car is gone - no instument clustrer replacement

The car served me well, but was totaled via a rear end collision.

The closest I came to addressing the instrument cluster was to remove it and send it to a firm that would "repair" the pixels and...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 10-08-2024, 05:33 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 22,078
Posted By tivoliman
Please define FD

What does FD stand for?
EHA = electro-hydraulic actuator
Forum: Tech Help 10-07-2024, 03:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 874
Posted By tivoliman
Thanks

Will research them
Forum: Tech Help 10-06-2024, 03:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 874
Posted By tivoliman
Looking for a suggestion - Radiator '86 560SL

Looking to replace the radiator. Small leak that I can't find.

Please suggest a trusted radiator vendor or manufacture.

I've tried pinching the 'clips' on the sides of the radiator. Worked...
Forum: General Information 04-05-2024, 09:58 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 898
Posted By tivoliman
Updating Profile

Please remind me how to update the Signature line for the forum.

I have a Pencil to update the other sections such as "Interests", but no pencil for Signature.

The odd part is that my Signature...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 04-03-2024, 05:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,231
Posted By tivoliman
560SL - Replacing the Starter

1986 560sl
Needs a new starter.

Please suggest where I may learn how to do this.

My primary question:
Can the starter be replaced while I slithering on the garage floor? (No lift...
Forum: Tech Help 01-27-2024, 08:22 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,185
Posted By tivoliman
Thanks for the suggestions. Duke, you are...

Thanks for the suggestions.
Duke, you are correct, the dead soldier is a 2002.
Not really much damage to the W210, but 3 of the seat belts don't work any longer.
Forum: Tech Help 01-26-2024, 05:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,185
Posted By tivoliman
Please excuse typos.

Please excuse typos.
Forum: Tech Help 01-26-2024, 05:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,185
Posted By tivoliman
Talking Poll: Which car would you recommend for me?

This isn't really technical, but your opinions are appreciated.

My 2002 E430 (W210) was rear ended, insurance totaled car. So now looking for a 'toy'.

I have three (3) choices, all happen to...
Forum: Tech Help 01-26-2024, 05:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,370
Posted By tivoliman
Smile You are on the money

I went to the Dealership, and they got me the clamp and the exhaust gaskets (rings).

Just before I installed all, I was rear ended - Mr. Insurance company totaled the car. :-(

Now looking...
Forum: Tech Help 01-07-2024, 04:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,900
Posted By tivoliman
Been using Premium - and now it happend again

Running premium for about 700 miles, and the check engine light came on again.

:-(

P0305; P0307 (two); P0308; P0101, P0128

Read the codes, but did not reset them. Poof, next time car...
Forum: Tech Help 01-07-2024, 04:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,370
Posted By tivoliman
Now - do I have an exhaust leak? The black suggests I do.

Is there a clamp, I may purchase, to replace the one that is rusted?

Do I need to take it all apart and insert a new exhaust gasket?

Would a muffler shop fix this without welding the muffler?
...
Forum: Tech Help 01-07-2024, 03:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,370
Posted By tivoliman
Finally took picture and found error

Seems the 'rattle' is a rusted exhaust connector. The weld I was speaking of was still holding.

So, no engine mounts needed. (The engine sits steady.)
Forum: Tech Help 01-07-2024, 03:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,093
Posted By tivoliman
Thanks Raymond. Will investigate pulling it off...

Thanks Raymond. Will investigate pulling it off on a warmer day.
Forum: Tech Help 01-07-2024, 03:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,093
Posted By tivoliman
Oh Oh - Didn't know that

Thanks for the suggestion.

I did not know the button requirement. Just tested it and poof the mirror worked.

so - now to keep things working, I'll press the passenger side mirror adjustment.
...
Forum: Tech Help 12-28-2023, 09:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,093
Posted By tivoliman
W210 - Passenger Mirror not tilting down

On the exception basis, the mirror on the passenger door properly tilts down when car in reverse.

the other 95% of the time, the mirror does not tilt down.

Guessing it is stuck, and...
Forum: Tech Help 12-28-2023, 09:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,370
Posted By tivoliman
Interesting - the cat

I'll get a picture tomorrow

Would a "broken" cat - cause a CEL?

BTW - when the car is running - there is no rattles, and the engine sounds fine.

Will get the picture.

thanks
Forum: Tech Help 12-23-2023, 09:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,370
Posted By tivoliman
Angry W210 E430 exhaust question

There is a rattle order my car; a muffler ‘clamp’ broke near the front of the transmission.

Had a mechanic weld it together, and you guessed it. The dang thing broke again.

Could this be an...
Forum: Tech Help 12-02-2023, 12:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,900
Posted By tivoliman
You have the best suggestiin - The 'computer'

I was dumbfounded when the misfire would stay on cylinder 7 but 'float' among the other cylinders. (3, 7 and 8 were the most common) But your suggestion of the 'computer' not adjusting properly...
Forum: Tech Help 12-02-2023, 12:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,900
Posted By tivoliman
Does it really affects the gas milage?

I seem to get 29 MPG either way.

Thanks for the suggestion. I am going forward with premium from now on.
Forum: Tech Help 11-18-2023, 11:17 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,900
Posted By tivoliman
Great (sad)b news

Yes - I finally got to doing this test. Switched the coil packs between #5 and #7.

Magic - the CEL reported that the misfires (from P0307 to P0305) moved from #7 to #5.

I think we have the...
Forum: Detailing and Interior 09-10-2023, 02:20 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,161
Posted By tivoliman
Took car to mechanic who advised me the belts and...

Took car to mechanic who advised me the belts and mechanism need replaced.

Where can I purchase replacement seat belts?
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 08-30-2023, 09:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 655
Posted By tivoliman
Thanks much Definitely leaning toward the 2019...

Thanks much
Definitely leaning toward the 2019 SLC
But dreaming of taking the 1986 for the past 10 years.

Newer car is winning.
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