PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

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Posted By Dustin.

Well I found the amp and all of the wiring seems...

Well I found the amp and all of the wiring seems ok.

Next I'll just replace the fader switch and see if that works.

Forum: Tech Help

04-28-2011, 09:55 PM

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Posted By Dustin.

I want to check the wiring connected to the amp,...

I want to check the wiring connected to the amp, but i'm not sure where its at.

I've heard in the trunk area, but I can't seem to find it. I've also read that it can be located in other places in...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted

04-26-2011, 09:02 PM

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Wanted: W201 Fader Switch

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Posted By Dustin.

I wasn't aware there was a difference. My...

I wasn't aware there was a difference.

My car is a 1991 190E.

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted

04-26-2011, 03:01 AM

Replies: 3

Wanted: W201 Fader Switch

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Posted By Dustin.

Wanted: W201 Fader Switch

I'm looking for a speaker fader switch that would fit a 190E.

Must work without issue.

Let me know what you have!

Forum: Tech Help

04-22-2011, 10:29 PM

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Posted By Dustin.

Is there any way to confirm that the problem is...

Is there any way to confirm that the problem is indeed the fader switch before I spend time/money trying to find a new one?

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04-22-2011, 09:44 PM

Replies: 15

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Posted By Dustin.

So I took out the fader switch, cleaned it, then...

So I took out the fader switch, cleaned it, then put it back in. Still doesn't work.

Should I bother replacing the switch, check something else, or just go ahead and replace the head unit?
...

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04-21-2011, 11:31 PM

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Posted By Dustin.

How exactly would I go about removing the console...

How exactly would I go about removing the console to get to the switch?

Do I have to remove the entire console, or can I just remove the wood trim?

Thanks.

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04-21-2011, 10:44 PM

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Posted By Dustin.

It looks like the previous owner might have...

It looks like the previous owner might have tinkered with the fader switch because it looks a lot more worn out than the other switches.

Pardon my ignorance, but how exactly would I clean the...

Forum: Tech Help

04-21-2011, 09:43 PM

Replies: 15

Views: 3,469

Posted By Dustin.

190E Stereo Problems and Questions

Hello all,

The stereo and speakers in my 1991 190E is completely stock.

The speakers randomly stop playing music. Sometimes when I turn the car on they work, other times they don't. One time I...

Forum: Tech Help

04-18-2011, 11:20 PM

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190E Climate Control Issues - Please Advise.

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Posted By Dustin.

190E Climate Control Issues - Please Advise.

On my recently purchased 1991 190E 2.6, I've been trying to figure out these problems with the climate control:

(1) The heat doesn't seem to work at all. It doesn't matter which vent selection I...

Forum: Tech Help

04-16-2011, 08:29 PM

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Just bought a 190E ... have a few questions

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Posted By Dustin.

Thanks for the replies. What is the...

Thanks for the replies.

What is the advantage of using oil meant for a diesel?

After playing around with the climate control today, I noticed that cold air is only coming out of the...

Forum: Tech Help

04-15-2011, 11:26 PM

Replies: 6

Just bought a 190E ... have a few questions

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Posted By Dustin.

Just bought a 190E ... have a few questions

Hello all, my car search finally came to an end after looking a a ton of cars.

I found a 1991 190E 2.6 in great condition. It has 104K on the odometer, interior and paint look great, and nearly...

Forum: Tech Help

04-15-2011, 02:25 AM

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Looking at a 1992 400E

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Posted By Dustin.

Yeah, you are probably right. Not sure if I...

Yeah, you are probably right.

Not sure if I want to spend the time and effort on it.

Forum: Tech Help

04-14-2011, 11:51 PM

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Looking at a 1992 400E

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Posted By Dustin.

Looking at a 1992 400E

I've been checking out a 1992 400E.

It has 173K miles on it - asking price is $2700. No maintenance records.

They guy was saying that everything on the car works aside from the climate control....

Forum: Tech Help

04-10-2011, 07:49 PM

Replies: 23

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Posted By Dustin.

Thanks for the response. How difficult and...

Thanks for the response.

How difficult and expensive is it to replace the blower motor or the blower motor regulator?

Aside from that, the car seemed really nice and the interior was like new....

Forum: Tech Help

04-10-2011, 07:38 PM

Replies: 23

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Posted By Dustin.

Well, I just got back from looking at the car. ...

Well, I just got back from looking at the car.

The kid selling it is saying that it is was his Grandma's car, but she recently passed away, so he needs to sell it.

Although the kid said nothing...

Forum: Tech Help

04-08-2011, 12:58 AM

Replies: 23

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Posted By Dustin.

Thanks for the heads up. I'll check the title...

Thanks for the heads up. I'll check the title when I go look at the car.

Would the interior and body trim be indicative of a car older than 1990, or newer?

Forum: Tech Help

04-07-2011, 11:43 PM

Replies: 23

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Posted By Dustin.

Considering buying a 1990 300E. Need help!

I am considering purchasing a 1990 300E, however I don't really know much about these cars.

It has 95K on the odometer and generally seems to be well maintained. Asking price is $2700 obo. Is that...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale

03-31-2011, 01:43 AM

Replies: 10

Wanted: Diesel Mercedes in So. Cal.

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Posted By Dustin.

Thanks for the replies. The car that was...

Thanks for the replies.

The car that was posted looks OK, but he is asking a lot of money for it.

About not being able to find anything, it seems that nearly every car I've found on CL has had...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale

03-31-2011, 12:50 AM

Replies: 10

Wanted: Diesel Mercedes in So. Cal.

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Posted By Dustin.

Wanted: Diesel Mercedes in So. Cal.

I'm looking for a Mercedes diesel for under $4,000 in Southern California.

EVERYTHING must work on the car.

I've been having a lot of difficulty finding good cars on craigslist.Please let me...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

01-08-2011, 02:34 AM

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1995 E300 Diesel Questions

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Posted By Dustin.

Is it really a non-turbo engine? I thought after...

Is it really a non-turbo engine? I thought after 1982 they were all turbos.

That fact might change my mind about the car.

However, overall you don't think thats too many miles already on the...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

01-08-2011, 02:13 AM

Replies: 19

1995 E300 Diesel Questions

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Posted By Dustin.

1995 E300 Diesel Questions

Hello all,

I'm looking at a 1995 E300 diesel with 240,000 miles.

I don't really know much about these models, so is there anything I should be looking for?

Are the transmission and engine...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-03-2010, 12:25 PM

Replies: 52

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Posted By Dustin.

Do you guys really think it is not worth buying...

Do you guys really think it is not worth buying because of this oxygen trap thing?

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-02-2010, 03:34 PM

Replies: 52

Views: 4,931

Posted By Dustin.

Thanks again for all of the responses. I'm...

Thanks again for all of the responses.

I'm looking at an 85 300CD that has about 250,000 miles.

I was wondering how long the automatic transmissions last in these cars? I'm worried about buying...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-01-2010, 05:14 PM

Replies: 52

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Posted By Dustin.

Thanks for all of the responses. Looks like...

Thanks for all of the responses.

Looks like I will stick to my original plan and only purchase a turbo model.

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-01-2010, 04:29 PM

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Posted By Dustin.

I'm located in the Los Angeles area.

I'm located in the Los Angeles area.

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-01-2010, 04:02 PM

Replies: 52

Views: 4,931

Posted By Dustin.

I would be driving the car at sea level. Are...

I would be driving the car at sea level.

Are the turbos known for going out, or are they usually pretty good?

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-01-2010, 03:50 PM

Replies: 52