How to diagnose Mercedes-Benz Check Engine Light (CEL) problems. Is your check engine light on? Is it flashing? Did the check engine light come on while driving? Don’t panic. When the check engine light turns on in your instrument cluster, the computer on your car has noticed that the engine is not running at …
Read More »Mercedes Transmission Problems, Limp Mode, No Shifting: Troubleshooting Tips
Mercedes-Benz Transmission Problems This article discusses the most common Mercedes-Benz transmission problems and how you can fix some of them. This troubleshooting guide will help you narrow down the transmission problem and teach you how to perform some repairs. If your transmission is stuck in gear and you are far …
Read More »Where to Order New Replacement Key for Mercedes Benz
Are you looking to get a new key made for your Mercedes Benz? Did you lose all of your keys? That’s ok. If you own a newer Mercedes-Benz, you don’t need the old keys to order a new Mercedes key. Just follow the instruction below on how to order a …
Read More »Bad Catalytic Converter Problem and Oxygen Sensor Code
Recently I had a check engine light for the O2 sensor on a Mercedes Benz. The car sounded like it had an exhaust leak as well. After getting the car up on the lift, it turned out that the catalytic converter was separated, and I got a couple of quotes …
Read More »VIDEO: Change Serpentine Poly V Drive Belt & tensioner on a Mercedes Benz
This Do It Your Self will guide on how to: Replace your entire Poly V Belt Replace belt tensioner Replace idler pulley also, it is the first step if you need to replace your alternator or a/c compressor. This applies to engine M112 M113 which are found on many …
Read More »How to check for bad engine mounts on a Mercedes Benz
Are you wondering if you have lousy engine mounts on your Mercedes  Benz? Here is an easy way to diagnose if your engine mounts are bad. We strongly recommend that you have someone help you with this procedure. And please don’t stay in front of the car while your helper …
Read More »Mercedes Benz SLK-Class (R170) Problems
The R170 Mercedes-Benz SLK 230K pumped up some excitement when released due to its electric folding hardtop. Sold at a considerable number just in the first year. It was released in 1997 as a two-seat convertible, rear-wheel drive consisting of SLK 230 Kompressor. A V6-equipped SLK320 was available in 2001. …
Read More »Mercedes-Benz DIY Complete Oil Change Instructions
This how-to article will give you step-by-step instructions on changing the oil and filter on your Mercedes-Benz. With oil changes costing over $200, no wonder so many Mercedes-Benz owners want to do their oil changes. We recommend you use the same oil and filter used by the dealer. Links to …
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