Any recommendations?

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2008 S550
2010 GLK350
1997 E420 (retired)
2005 CLK500 (retired)

A new compressor is most likely NOT available for that car. If it was list price would be $1200 +.

Just get a Denso factory reman unit, they are as good as new!

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Thanks! How can I make sure I buy a factory rebuilt one? Mine has been strong but the main seal is leaking.

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2008 S550
2010 GLK350
1997 E420 (retired)
2005 CLK500 (retired)

I would think they'd all be rebuilt in a factory, but it wouldn't be MB's factory. It sounds like you're looking for the comfort of buying from the dealership.

I assume that you mean the shaft seal. Why not see if you can find someone to R&R that seal for you? Sometimes this can even be done without even removing the compressor, but the job does require special tools.

IF you buy a reman unit that is done by DENSO, you will get the best product!
That is the same as the dealers sell!

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MERCEDES Benz Master Guild Technician (6 TIMES)
ASE Master Technician
Mercedes Benz Star Technician (2 times)
44 years foreign automotive repair
27 Years M.B. Shop foreman (dealer)
MB technical information Specialist (15 years)
190E 2.3 16V ITS SCCA race car (sold)
1986 190E 2.3 16V 2.5 (sold)
Retired Moderator

Great Info! Where can you get those specifically rebuilt by Denso compressors?

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2008 S550
2010 GLK350
1997 E420 (retired)
2005 CLK500 (retired)

Call Phil at Fastlane (The people who sponsor this forum)
1-888-333-4642
Mon-Fri 9:00a-6:00p ET

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