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Tech Help
12-16-2003, 06:49 PM
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'98 C230 LOUD High Pitched Whine ?
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'98 C230 LOUD High Pitched Whine ?
Occurs about 30 seconds after cold start up and lasts 10-15 seconds and then stops. No mechanical problems related to it, althought I am having idling issues (see previous posts). I have searched...
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Tech Help
12-16-2003, 06:18 PM
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1998 C230 Fuel delivery issue > fuel pump ?
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Fuel filter/service/siren sound ???
Ok, I am going to replace the fuel filter, air filter, spark plugs, and change the oil. We will see if this corrects the idling issue. On another note, I have gotten a loud siren noise while starting...
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12-10-2003, 11:09 AM
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1998 C230 Fuel delivery issue > fuel pump ?
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1998 C230 Fuel delivery issue > fuel pump ?
My idle has dipped from 750 to around 500 when the car is sitting at a light. This is now happening daily (with a mild thump when the idle dips). This is much different from the normal dipping of the...
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Tech Help
12-03-2003, 04:17 PM
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1998 C230 Plugs/fuel filter
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1998 C230 Plugs/fuel filter
getting an intermittent mild cut out/dip in idle when car is still at idle. noticeable, but not major. slight feeling like the car might stall ! car has 76k and mass air sensor was replaced at 50k....
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12-03-2003, 04:14 PM
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1998 c230 plugs/fuel filter
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1998 c230 plugs/fuel filter
getting an intermittent mild cut out/dip in idle when car is still at idle. noticeable, but not major. slight feeling like the car might stall ! car has 76k and mass air sensor was replaced at 50k....
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Tech Help
10-16-2003, 11:46 AM
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1998 c230 brake sensor & trans service ?
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1998 c230 brake sensor & trans service ?
Pad wear indicator light is starting to come on intermittently during hard breaking. Is this for front or rear pads ? How long do I have before service is needed ? I have heard as high as 1,000 miles...
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Tech Help
08-05-2003, 04:00 PM
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A/C recharge
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A/C recharge
1. What is the quickest way to recharge the r-134a in my system on a 1998 c230 ?
2. Where is the entry port for the refrigerant in the engine compartment ? I believe it is on the lower right hand...
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05-05-2003, 05:54 PM
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c230 front license plate mounting
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c230 front license plate mounting
Just got a $50.00 ticket for not having my front license plate mounted. I have the plastic mount in the trunk for the lower portion, how do I access the holes in the front bumper for the top two...
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Tech Help
03-12-2003, 03:33 PM
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c230 headlamp bulb replacement
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c230 headlamp bulb replacement
right side low beam is out, I have purchased the bulb. can this be replaced without removing the whole air filter housing and assembly ??? ridiculously tight quarters. do i simply remove the large...
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Tech Help
02-14-2003, 03:22 PM
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1998 C230 low beam headlamp bulb replacement ?
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1998 C230 low beam headlamp bulb replacement ?
Low beam bulb burned out. Any ideas on how to replace it ? I looked behind the headlight assembly, very tight quarters. I guess I have three bulbs:
1. fog lamps (inside headlamp housing-clear)...
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Tech Help
12-06-2002, 10:23 AM
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1998 c230 60k maintenance needs
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1998 c230 60k maintenance needs
I am putting my car into an independent shop for 60k service. Should I need anything other than the below ? I have no previous service records for the car, it was purchased off-lease @ 29k miles....
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Tech Help
10-29-2002, 05:32 PM
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N.Virginia Audi Shop ?
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N.Virginia Audi Shop ?
Sorry for the move away from Mercedes on the topic. Does anyone know of an independent honest shop in N. Virginia for a 1998 Audi A6 with problems ? Dealer is quoting over 4k. Does Don Pool work on...
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Tech Help
09-06-2002, 12:15 PM
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Wider tires on 98 c230 w/fact rims ?
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Wider tires on 98 c230 w/fact rims ?
Looking to purchase new tires for my car. Probably going with Dunlop Sp Sport a2 or sp sport 5000's. Question: The factory size is 205/60/15, I am using the factory alloys. Can I put a mildly wider...
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Tech Help
09-04-2002, 01:22 PM
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1998 C230 A/C Recharge
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1998 C230 A/C Recharge
All,
Looking for someone to walk me through a quick refrigerant recharge on my 98 c230. I literally want to do this over 10-15
min on my lunch hour. I want to make sure I am not going to do any...
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Tech Help
07-09-2002, 11:28 AM
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1998 C230 Brake Cost ?
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1998 C230 Brake Cost ?
Any ballpark figures what I should be paying for rear pads, rear rotors, drain, flush, and fill brake fluid, and labor on a 1998 C230
??
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Tech Help
06-12-2002, 11:59 AM
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reliability of C series ???
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JTWII
1998 C230
47,000 miles. Car has been perfect except for a Mass Air Sensor replacement. Any car you are running up past 100k miles will need maintenance eventually. I am expecting brake rotor replacement in the...
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Tech Help
05-17-2002, 11:58 AM
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1998 C230 Hesitation/Fuel Issue
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Mass Air Sensor Not Covered
It turns out the Mass Air Sensor is NOT covered under the 8 year emissions warranty. In the emissions warranty booklet it clearly states any item with an * next to it is covered for 8 years. Any...
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Tech Help
05-16-2002, 01:03 PM
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1998 C230 Hesitation/Fuel Issue
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Emissions Warranty
Yeah, I have seen it listed in my warranty booklet as well. I think service advisers pick and choose who will be covered and who will not be ! Anyway, planning on venting a great deal of anger at...
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Tech Help
05-16-2002, 09:49 AM
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1998 C230 Hesitation/Fuel Issue
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Suprise, it was the Mass Air Sensor
Dealer hooked it up to their computer and got codes leading to the Mass Air Sensor. They are also adamantly stating it is not covered under the 8/80k emissions warranty. They are saying it was only...
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Tech Help
05-10-2002, 12:26 PM
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1998 C230 Hesitation/Fuel Issue
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Location of Mass Air Sensor-1998 C230
Any idea where the Mass Air Sensor is located ? Is it the wired device plugging into the hose coming out of the air filter box ?
Would it be beneficial for me to fiddle with this or possibly unplug...
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Tech Help
05-08-2002, 11:47 AM
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1998 C230 Hesitation/Fuel Issue
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Thanks...
It is off to the Dealer early next week. Any ideas what a ballpark figure is for a Mass Air Sensor replacement ?? I will push the emissions warranty to see if it applies. I will also post results...
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Tech Help
05-07-2002, 01:00 PM
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1998 C230 Hesitation/Fuel Issue
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1998 C230 Hesitation/Fuel Issue
1998 C230, battery initially died and was replaced yesterday. I now have rough starting issues (need to push down accelerator to get the car started). Also, hesitation issues when attempting to...
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Tech Help
05-06-2002, 10:18 AM
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1998 C230 Hesitation/Fuel Issue
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866
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1998 C230 Hesitation/Fuel Issue
1998 C230, battery initially died and was replaced yesterday. I now have rough starting issues (need to push down accelerator to get the car started). Also, hesitation issues when attempting to...
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Tech Help
09-17-2001, 03:10 PM
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Usa Flag Grille Badge
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804
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JTWII
Usa Flag Grille Badge
All,
Where can I order an USA flag grille badge for a '98 c230 online ?
I am also looking for a state of Maryland one. Any retail shops in the VA/MD/DC area ?
Thanks,
JTW II
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Tech Help
08-24-2001, 12:47 PM
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C230 A/c Recharge
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JTWII
C230 A/c Recharge
A/C went warm on my '98 c230 last night. I want to simply buy the refrigerant (R-134A ?)at a local auto parts store and recharge the system. I will probably have the complete A/C service done next...
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Car Audio and Multimedia
08-16-2001, 11:54 AM
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1998 C230 Radio Replacement
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JTWII
1998 C230 Radio Replacement
All,
I am looking to swap out my factory head unit for an in dash
cd player/receiver. I am looking at purchasing a Nakamichi
unit online and having it professionally installed at a local high...
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Tech Help
08-14-2001, 04:05 PM
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1998 C230 Air Filter Cover
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JTWII
1998 C230 Air Filter Cover
Replaced the air filter this weekend. Cover (w/5 clamps) did not want to fit flush no matter how many times I adjusted it. Is this supposed to fit flush or can it be elevated a little bit as long as...
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Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock
08-10-2001, 02:47 PM
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Top Speed
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80,864
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JTWII
138 m.p.h In a 1972
Chevrolet Impala conv. racing a Porsche 928S4. He started winning around 110 m.p.h. ...
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Tech Help
08-10-2001, 01:22 PM
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1998 C230 recommended oil ?
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JTWII
1998 C230 recommended oil ?
What weight oil should I use in a 1998 C230 w/ 34k miles on it ?
I have no idea what was used in the past on this vehicle, it is an x-mbcc lease vehicle that I purchased used without service...
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