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Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 02-21-2006, 04:20 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 12,443
Posted By slowdriver2
I have a 2000 ML320 with 40K on it so reading...

I have a 2000 ML320 with 40K on it so reading this post thread makes me feel like I have a lot of road ahead of me :)
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 01-30-2006, 02:04 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,602
Posted By slowdriver2
I took my 2000 ML in for the check last week (MB...

I took my 2000 ML in for the check last week (MB found a crack). They ordered a new cat for me to be installed this week. There was no outward signs of a leak, noise, whistle, vibration, etc.. that I...
Forum: Tech Help 05-20-2005, 02:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,925
Posted By slowdriver2
ML320 - 42,00 miles: I had a CE light come on and...

ML320 - 42,00 miles: I had a CE light come on and it turned out to be a bad O2 sensor (replaced for $223). This may seem like a stretch but any chance the repair would be covered under the MB 8 year...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 05-09-2005, 08:51 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,542
Posted By slowdriver2
Mark, In my opinion the best route to take...

Mark,

In my opinion the best route to take in buying a used ML is to get one under factory warranty (at least 6 months left on the clock) and then research this site for all the issues and then...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 05-05-2005, 12:05 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,377
Posted By slowdriver2
I believe I press the stem twice very quickly...

I believe I press the stem twice very quickly after the "----" shows up to get the oil readout. I do it in the morning after the truck has been sitting all night. It works fine for that sequence...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 04-04-2005, 10:06 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,377
Posted By slowdriver2
I went to the MB dealer for a free wash on...

I went to the MB dealer for a free wash on Saturday and figured since I was there I would ask the service department about the cluster vs. stick issue and find out if the "i.0" on my cluster...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 03-28-2005, 03:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,377
Posted By slowdriver2
oil check: Computer or stick?

2000 ML320 - Is it better to use the dashboard button to check oil level or use the oil stick under the hood? My dashboard shows half a vetical line then .0 - I take that as 0 quarts low. But I...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 01-21-2005, 12:00 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,742
Posted By slowdriver2
johng, Sorry to hear of your woes. Back in...

johng,

Sorry to hear of your woes. Back in 1989 I owned a brand new Ford Mustang for 2 weeks before the clutch started singing like bird. Ford claimed they couldn't hear the noise... It was in...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 01-18-2005, 01:51 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,742
Posted By slowdriver2
From the posts I have read before reading this...

From the posts I have read before reading this one, the ML trans is very strong, dependable, long lasting, and never needs a fluid change. It seems like guys have a few sour grapes under your hoods....
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 01-03-2005, 12:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,692
Posted By slowdriver2
Perhaps not what you want to hear but for 15K I...

Perhaps not what you want to hear but for 15K I would consider the choice of buying a minivan. My ML is great for quick trips and moving 4 people in a pinch but moving a family is not a great fit for...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 12-22-2004, 09:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,526
Posted By slowdriver2
I took a look at this wagon the other day while...

I took a look at this wagon the other day while waiting for my ML to be washed. I'm not sure what market they are attempting to persuade with this vehicle. It looks like something an old lady would...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 11-12-2004, 12:27 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 16,204
Posted By slowdriver2
Steve, My 1989 Dodge Caravan has 106,000...

Steve,

My 1989 Dodge Caravan has 106,000 miles on it and is 15.5 years old. I have used it to haul rocks, lumber, people, you name it. I have changed the breaks 3 times and done 4 tuneups over the...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 11-11-2004, 04:08 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 16,204
Posted By slowdriver2
I found my local MB dealership reluctant to admit...

I found my local MB dealership reluctant to admit responsibility for warranty work as a default. I have had to go in prepaired to fight and armed with documents, names of MB USA contacts, times,...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 11-05-2004, 01:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,376
Posted By slowdriver2
I have a 2000 ML320 with 38,700 miles. I bought...

I have a 2000 ML320 with 38,700 miles. I bought it 5 months ago still under factory warranty which expired 10/28/04. I have had an estimated $2000 worth of warranty work done in the past 5 months...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 10-28-2004, 11:22 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,271
Posted By slowdriver2
I read the posts and have seen most people do a...

I read the posts and have seen most people do a ML oil change every 10,000 miles but there is no alternate mention of time i.e. 10,000 miles or 12 months? I bought my 2000 ML used with a fresh oil...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 10-18-2004, 10:39 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 914
Posted By slowdriver2
I have one just like it with 39,000 miles.

I have one just like it with 39,000 miles.
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 10-12-2004, 10:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,255
Posted By slowdriver2
I tried ALL make and model SUVs before deciding...

I tried ALL make and model SUVs before deciding on a ML. Simple put in my case size counts. I'm 6'4" tall and the ML was the only SUV having both comfortable seating and decent performance/features....
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 10-11-2004, 01:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,369
Posted By slowdriver2
Andrew, I had my HB replaced under warranty...

Andrew,

I had my HB replaced under warranty (proactive maintenance) but I estimated it would have been about $280.00 out of pocket with no warranty at the dealer. There is a chance your HB failure...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 10-11-2004, 09:56 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,369
Posted By slowdriver2
If by chance your still under the 4 yr/50K mile...

If by chance your still under the 4 yr/50K mile warranty you have a good chance of convincing the dealer to do the fix at no cost.
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 09-28-2004, 01:23 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 888
Posted By slowdriver2
Warranty Over

The 4yr/50K warranty on my 2000 ML320 ends today. I have 38,711 miles on the truck. I have made good use of the warranty doing repairs in the past 6 months by searching through this forum and making...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 09-14-2004, 11:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,204
Posted By slowdriver2
I have also found you need to be on level ground...

I have also found you need to be on level ground when you do the check. A slight incline won't allow the display procedure.
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 09-08-2004, 03:15 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,018
Posted By slowdriver2
Last chance warranty work

My 4yr/50K warranty is about to run out of time on 9/28/04. I have 38K on my truck and had the work below done to date. Any last minute suggestions on what to check before the warranty expires?

1....
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 08-26-2004, 01:09 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 18,445
Posted By slowdriver2
For what's it worth the dealer covered the total...

For what's it worth the dealer covered the total cost of the fuel filter and line upgrade on my truck yesterday under waranty. It seems to run better now. It pays to push for waranty repairs and...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 08-24-2004, 01:21 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 18,445
Posted By slowdriver2
I take my truck to the dealer tonight for the...

I take my truck to the dealer tonight for the filter line upgrade. I am curious as to what I will be charged. Could be I get charged for a filter, could be I walk out being charged nothing. In any...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 08-17-2004, 12:40 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 18,445
Posted By slowdriver2
Well, I called MB Corp @ 800 367-6372 early last...

Well, I called MB Corp @ 800 367-6372 early last week and gave them the TSI # to review. A couple days later I made a status check call back to MB Corp and thay informed me they would cover it under...
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