Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) monitors your Mercedes-Benz tire pressure of all four tires and will warn you if any tires have low pressure. Often referred to as TPMS, it has sensors installed at all four tires, and readings from each tire are transmitted to the TPMS control unit. It is …
Read More »How to Synchronize Mercedes Windows & Sunroof
Re-synchronization of your Mercedes-Benz windows and sunroof may be required if your sunroof and windows don’t work properly. This is a simple procedure that needs to be performed after you disconnect or replace the battery. Or if your battery died or is not holding a proper charge. The newer Mercedes-Benz cars …
Read More »Mercedes-Benz Hood won’t stay up open – Easy Solution
The hood on your Mercedes-Benz will not stay open. This is a common problem with many Mercedes-Benz models such as: Mercedes-Benz E-Class W210 W211 W212 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class W208 W209 C-Class C320 C350 C203 W203 W204 W205 S Class W220 W221 W222 SLK Class R170 R171 R172 M-Class ML320 ML350 W163 W164 W166 GL-Class W164 …
Read More »Child Seat Occupancy Recognition Sensor Problems and Solutions
The airbag warning SRS light could come on due to a defective Child Seat Occupancy Recognition Sensor installed in the passenger seat. If you had an auto mechanic diagnose the car or if you scan the airbag module yourself using you will find one of the following errors: Child seat recognition …
Read More »How to remove the shifter knob, selector lever handle
Removing the shifter knob or selector lever handle on Mercedes-Benz is very easy. We will show you how to remove the shifter knob in less than 5 minutes. Step-by-step instructions are below, including a how-to video on removing the shifter knob on a C-Class W203, E-Class W211, and S-Class W220. …
Read More »How to check or add power steering fluid on a Mercedes-Benz
Do you hear a loud whine when you turn the steering wheel of your Mercedes-Benz? This may be most noticeable when starting the car or when the engine is cold, typically caused by low-power steering fluid. Not only is this embarrassing, but if the power steering level is low, you …
Read More »Mysterious Battery Drain
Battery Drain Does your Mercedes-Benz battery slowly drain? Is the battery dead every morning? Does the Mercedes-Benz battery die when you have the car parked overnight or leave it parked for a few days? This step-by-step guide will explain how to troubleshoot this problem, the basics of battery drain problems, …
Read More »How to use a multi-meter to check fuses on any Mercedes-Benz
Introduction Step-by-step guide on checking, testing, and replacing fuses in any Mercedes-Benz. If a component in your car is not working, such as the radio, cigarette, auxiliary outlet, power seat, windows, or other electrical units, you should first check the fuses. How to check the fuses using a multimeter Use …
Read More »How to check engine oil level Mercedes-Benz – Two Methods
There are two methods to check the engine oil level on Mercedes-Benz cars. Method 1: Using the engine dipstick (omitted on some Mercedes-Benz models) Method 2: On your instrument cluster via the multifunction buttons on the steering wheel. In this article, we provide step-by-step instructions on how to check the …
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