Typically you get a BATTERY/ALTERNATOR VISIT WORKSHOP warning when the electrical system voltage in the car is below 12.6 volts. When the car runs, the alternator produces electricity, and the voltage should be above 13.5 volts. If you have a multimeter like this, you can connect it to the battery …
Read More »Check Engine Light ON? Service Engine? Simple Self Troubleshooting Guide
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 »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 »How to remove replace Steering Wheel and Airbag on a Mercedes Benz
This video will show you how to remove most Mercedes-Benz cars’ steering wheels and airbags. You need to remove the steering wheel or the clock spring in this video, but you can see that they are easy to replace once you remove the steering wheel. Tools Required: Flat screwdriver. . …
Read More »M272 Balance Shaft, Timing Chain Repair
The M272 engine, used in some Mercedes-Benz vehicles, is known for having issues with the balance shaft and timing chain. Here’s some information about repairing these components: Balance shaft: The balance shaft in the M272 engine is prone to failure due to a design flaw. The shaft is supported by …
Read More »Tips & Tricks How to change COMAND logo to AMG (hidden menu)
Did you know that you can change the logo on your COMAND radio system from displaying the Mercedes Benz logo to displaying the /////AMG logo? You must know a few simple steps to make the change, a secret procedure you won’t find in your owner’s manual. You don’t need Star …
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