Is the SRS / Airbag Warning Light coming ON in your Mercedes Benz instrument cluster? Are you getting a warning message: Restraint System Defect! SRS Visit Workshop! Two of the main reasons why the SRS malfunction comes on are a dead battery or SOS TeleAid system problems. Keep on reading to understand …
Read More »Replace License Plate Light Bulbs on a Mercedes Benz with Blue or OEM
Burned license plate light? Â Or are you looking to replace them with blue lights? Here is a guide allowing you to replace the bulbs and NOT get the error message Lights Defective or License Plate Light Defective. Â This is a very easy task; if you have used a screwdriver before, …
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 »Understanding Mercedes Benz Chassis Body Number and Designation
Mercedes Benz model code? Find it in the table below, even without your VIN. If you talk to Mercedes Benz enthusiasts, they refer to their Mercedes Benz by the chassis number (model code). If you are wondering what chassis number you have, look at the two tables below. Body style …
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 »Removing Airbag, Steering Wheel, Clock Spring, Turn Signal Switch on a Mercedes Benz
DO IT YOURSELF ON: How to Remove the Steering Wheel on a Mercedes Benz How to Remove Steering Wheel Radio Control Buttons How to Replace the Clock Spring How to Replace the Turn Signal/ Lights Turn Cruise Switch Required Time: Time:  45 min Tools: T30 Torx driver, 10mm …
Read More »