5 Common Problems With W211 Mercedes
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- Here’s 5 common issues the W211 Mercedes suffer from. There may be more but these are the ones I know. Stay tuned to the end for a bonus issue that only effected the E63 model.
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Airmatic suspension isn’t complicated and parts are much cheaper now plus the installs are not hard. I believe people who own these cars should do their research to learn they cars.
You said it right!I have nothing more to add.Perhaps one thing:people who teach us about the costly airmatic,usually don´t own an airmatic car.
@@matsujarvinen I completely agree with your approach. Some stupid people also throw away that airmatic system to install standard dampers ( or shock absorbers) when they discover a leak on one of them or when only the pomp needs to be changed : too expensive for some wallets ! During a few years, MB borrowed and paid Citroën to adapt, develop and use the system on their own cars. But later, Citroën totally abandonned the best suspension system for cars that André Citroën invented more than 75 years ago . If he knew that, he would die a second time ! Money becomes more important than security and comfort ! ? ! Very sad ! Only DIY people can maintain their Benz for cheap ! 2020-05-9. Tchotto on the Net . Cheers. --
My S500 4-matic is currently sitting in a hangar with a collapsed suspension. No leaks or obvious fault codes, all struts and compressor renewed (Arnott) and height sensors replaced... So no, it's no way near as simple as the coil suspension...
Yeah I’ve already had to do my intake manifold. A shop quoted me 1700 I got one off Amazon for 250 and did it myself. A couple more things is the fuel pump gasket “ you’ll start smelling gas in your cab” and the brown wire in the trunk. The brown wire in your trunk will break just from opening and closing so many times you’ll know when it says your license plate lights are out, but an easy splice. 👍🏼
I have a 2008 E550 original owner. I started having smelling gas fumes as well. There was a lawsuit on that. When i removed the rear seats you could see a small pool of gasoline. Took it back to the dealer, they replace the entire full system and gas tank.
@@salinsterThey did it for free?
@@00700556 yes they did it for free. They replaced my gas tank, fuel injectors, and fuel pumps. Also all the seals. I believe they extended the warranty . Contact your local dealership. Every time i filled the tank up to full it would smell.
@@salinster 15 years warranty on that
@@salinstereven on 08 e550 fully owned???
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I have a 2005 E500. I love the car. Take reasonable care and they last a long time. I bought it with in 2015 with 116K miles and it has 248K miles on it now. Replaced front and rear air shocks. Replaced power steering pump. SBC accumulator was replaced under warranty. One issue I didn't see mentioned that I think is somewhat common is the duo-valve for heating the rear passenger space. Mine failed and would blow full heat to the rear even with AC on. Replacement is not too difficult. Other replacements have been pretty minor/typical for a car with 248K miles (brake rotors, various front suspension components, ignition coils, spark plugs, drive belt & pully, etc.) The dynamic seats leak so they no longer work. Would love to fix them, but does not seem simple.
Thanks for the comment Roger. Definitely some great things to check for
My 2003 E500 is a cesspool of failure.
How much was it to replace the air shocks?
My dynamic seats partially worked until. 144k miles. Not worth the trouble to fix, though.
Thx for the vid. I love the ride and cornering the air suspension provides. When and if mine fails I’m going back with the original stock setup.
CDI's are the gems of the w211. Every vehicle make will have some issues. Those with the I-6 are pretty reliable and serviceable. Love that they have "service postion" hoods so you don't hit your head!
Thanks for the mention of FCP Euro! I appreciate it - I work there.
That’s awesome Shane, I love FCP’s warranty so I always try to recommend it. Thanks for continuing to watch my channel I appreciate you.
Don’t forget about the notorious transmission issue where coolant gets into the radiator and seizes the transmission. We replaced 1 transmission and now are looking at replacing another on account of that faulty radiator!
Change the radiator from a valeo unit to a behr
May be replacing the radiator if buying the car is good practice
@@DFWAuto_Hackdo you follow that practice?
It’s funny how most, if not all of the negative comments have at least 2-3 misspelled words. Good video, kid. I have a 2005 e500 w211 with 66k miles. Still has the new car smell. I have a file with every service record from the previous owner. 4 of the 5 issues you mentioned had already been repaired plus the transmission red milk shake thingy too. The air suspension is like driving on air. Beautiful car. I’ve driven 3 335i’s 328i and a 335d the last 10 years. BMW is the ultimate driving machine but Mercedes is truly the most luxurious. We’re lucky to have these cars. Stay well buddy!
Funny how a guy trying to help people gets trashed on.He must be one of the super rich, owns a benz!LOL
66k miles isn’t much. My 06 E55 Amg has 150k miles and still going. Air suspension looks like it’s finally going out and transmission will need to be rebuilt soon. The cooling system needs maintenance as well but I’ll be upgrading to a big Heat exchanger etc… So far so good but not as reliable as my Lexus vehicles
Thanks for this video, I thoroughly enjoyed and found it useful 👍
Thanks for watching
All the issues you mentioned has occurred in my 2008 E550 base model. Except for the actuators in the engine. I haven’t checked that. 👍🏼
So you are telling me you had your balance shaft replaced in a V8?
Hi Justin, what are your thoughts on the diesel variants, namely the 320 CDI like mine?
two more common issues are the SBC brake module failure and the shift control unit. the SBC can result in near total brake loss. it's like driving without power brakes. the shift unit can cause the car to go into limp mode. it won't shift out of first.
Mercedes recently extend the SBC brake unit recall to cover cars for 25 years. If you haven't get it replaced for free call mercedes.
Mercedes-Benz will only cover it if/when you have the problem. If it's working normally even though prone to fail, they won't replace it preventatively.
My rear shade in my 2005 e320 works perfectly fine and I’ve owned the car for years. Good video tho
The rear shade is the thing I miss the most after switching to the EQC...
Rear shade throwing shade!
Hi, thanks for the video. I am thinking about getting a W211 E200 cgi 2009 model. What do you say? Is it a good choice? And about consumption, will I get a let’s say 12 urban and 7 extraurban? Thanks
Air matic lines will leak from age, not by a pump going bad. Air pump goes bad normally from people not correcting strut or valve block problems when recommend (the pump will be working over time and burn out). Arknot makes an excellent aftermarket strut that is a fraction of the price.V8s do not have a balance shaft, only an idler gear, and doesn't require a full engine tare down (neither does the v6 require full tare down, but the v6 is a pos and not worth fixing). Beware of aftermarket cam position sensors. A lot of them are trash. Intake manifold will never throw a CEL. As for the rear privacy screen, just decide if you want it up or down and leave it alone. Most of these problems occur in early production models.
Ooo and keep the water drains clear of debris or water gets in the car and can ruin your front or rear SAM (expensive to replace)
And the drive belt problems on all models. If you dont keep up with the pulleys your looking at a break down when the belt breaks after one of the multiple pulleys seize.
@Izzy rod biggest issue I've seen with those models is the trans cooler which will leak trans fluid into your radiator and the transmission. Open your coolant reservoir. Make sure all you see is coolant. Service the trans and make sure what drains out doesn't look like a strawberry milkshake.
Good info thanks, ive had my e350 for 8 years SBC pump was the only problem ive had. Its actually not hard to maintain
@@dgb8500 SBC issues are a free repair at the dealership. Recall work
Indeed they are, it was under recall. Fortunately u can get it replaced for free
I know it's been years since you post this but what do you mean with the water drains ? Where
Looking at a 2005 E320 4matic, so it should have regular suspension and no balance shaft issues? I heard that the balance shaft and camshaft solenoids were only an issue in the e350 and v8 models
2007 Mercedes Benz without air matic suspension rides perfect
Bullshit
I have coils, I wish I would have air ride. If you have something, you have to have money for fixing it. Air is easy to fix yourself. Relatively cheap. I have ABC - hydraulic on SL55, that one is much more complicated than air. Just parts.
Gas pump assembly unit (gasoline engine) major recall also North America.
Dealer would change the entire pump and bushings around it. Both the primary and secondary pumps (03-09) located under the rear seat.
SBC on the w211 are bad and had a huge recall. From late 07-09 don’t have that issue.
03-09 another huge recall on the sun roof flying off. (Recall currently in progress.
Minor issue: cigarette lighter or interior power connector Fuse blown; (fuse #13 located in the rear trunk fuse housing 15amp)
I thought they fixed that gas pump issue after 2005. If I'm wrong, do u know the symptoms and remedies? When I start up the car it reeks of gas around the back of the car, which I think is normal
Aftermarket shocks for air matic are just as good if not better than OEM are not real expensive and super easy to replace
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I have the 2007 E350 and you are on the money with those problems. One thing i have to add is the secondary air pump. It's very easy fix but make sure when replacing parts that it has to be OEM parts. I tried to save money at first but it doesn't work. Those parts made in China just doesn't accept it the CEL light will not turn off at least not with my car. I had to change parts 3 different times to save couple bucks but end up spending more at the end.
Kimo Coloma thanks for watching. I’ve heard of issues with the air pump too. Never experienced on the car I owned thought
Me too. Bought a cheap one on Ebay from China. The piece of shit was extremely noisy the moment it was installed and didn't even last 30 days. lol. FCP Euro has the OEM Bosch for $150 with a lifetine warranty....
Thank you... I just had the intake manifold flap issue in my (loved) 2005 W211 E350 Avantgarde. My mechanical shop first tried to replace the flap system inside the manifold with an upgraded metallic part, which would have avoided replacing the entire intake manifold. Unfortunately no go--after resorting to drill out of the flap supports it became obvious that the only option was to replace the intake manifold assembly--OUCH, that was expensive. Also, early on in my affair with the car the gas fume problem arose... leading to a fuel tank replacement (they tried two used tanks before finding one that was OK). My car has only done 100,000 km (around 60,000 USA miles) and I've not yet had the dreaded balance shaft check engine light :-) I note you mention regular service in relation to prevention of this this frightening problem . I oil change with synthetic oil and new filter every 6 months and I only do extremely low kilometres... A recent problem I had was a check engine light which codes showed was related to failed catalytic convertors (there are four of them and I paid $600 Australian a piece including labour to chop 'em out and re-weld new units in...) Thanks for your experience, much appreciate it! Oh! BTW, we in Australia don't get any help from the balance shaft USA class action law suit, nor from the issue you mention with the SBC brake-by-wire system (a braking technology which I personally really enjoy).
Thanks for watching. Sucks to hear Mercedes isn’t taking care of those issues.I hope you have good luck for the rest of your ownership. Those repairs add up quickly
You forgot about the "PZEV" fuel tank. If your fuel pump quits, you have to replace the whole tank.
Hi, how would you know which cam shafts sensors is bad? Does all 4 go out at same time? Thanks!
Only E500 and ///AMG’s & 05’ E320- (last year of 320) Appearance Package. It came LOADED 70k for a V6! In 05~ it was equipped with AirMatic (air suspension) with adaptive headlights and seats that hug you while you turn’ cause your in a suit or silk jump suit.
FYI if your rear curtain is STUCK?!?! Generally pull it up as a friend press’s the button (again have the friend press the button and gently tug it should come up.
did not mention the oil cooler on the 646.820 with leaks (bad seal)and then the oil goes true the intake and intercooler
Any guy doing a review with a Marlboro in his hand is straight up the real deal in my book!
How do I get the good open 2010c 6 cyc
I have a 2006 e350. And for some reason my key fob don’t comunícate with the ignition. So the steering is locked and key won’t turn
Thanks great video I have a 2007 e550 and when is cold y have a low power, I can’t figure what’s the problem! Any suggestions?
I'd start with the basics. Make sure your filters are clean and spark plugs are good. I'd also run maybe a fuel system cleaner in the gas tank to clean out the injectors. If none of that helps maybe try reseting the transmissions or check the intake manifold I have videos on these issues.
I have a 2008 E230 V6 2.5 with a P0120 code trottle position sensor after 13yrs. What to replace ?
I bought a old 211 2003 just for stop gap turns out I truly love it but now had problems with air suspension. Had some silly quotes but doing my own research and sourcing a part from a breakers yard I have managed to get it fixed for about 300 pounds .
How do you play youtube or Sirius on your command/speakers ?
Balance shaft problem is only for E350 v6 before 2009.
V8 models were not affected.
Do some research if anyone doubts it.
Which is every year except the very last of the w211 the w211. W211 is discontinued world wide in 2008, 2009 w211 was only available in North American.
Have you ever had the problem where there is a strong smell of gas if you fill the tank more than 3/4?
Thank you for your valuable video :-) Three years after leaving a previous comment, I wonder if you, or other experts, have any more info about the root cause of balance shaft drive gear failure on early W211 272 V6 engines like mine.
In the USA class action lawsuit, it was claimed by MB that the root cause of failure of the balance shaft gear's drive teeth was a supplier who used a defective metal tempering process on the drive gear, leading to failure of the gear, possible engine damage and a huge repair bill when most cars had reached about 60,000 miles (100,000 kilometers).
At 01:57 you potentially attribute failure of the balance shaft drive gear (teeth wearing away almost completely) to improper maintenance. I've now driven 110,000 km and change oil and filter six-monthly using synthetic oil--so far without any problems or engine codes--touch wood!
So, how do experienced people now feel re whether this is an issue caused by poor maintenance practices versus it being due to a manufacturing defect of the drive gear, as claimed by MB USA?
another issue id the "Pzev" meaning if you have this in your door card or bonnet card - manufacturer id card... that means your fuel pump when it fails you have to buy the whole fuel tank
Thanks for the information so all 2009 are not airmatic suspension
You forget the ABS 😂😂
Thank you, Getting rid of this POS now, 🥂
Aftermarket: $2k for a full set of Arnott bags, $500 for 2 new pumps.
$2,500 total in parts, if you do your own labor, you are still paying $500-$1,500 less than anyone else is to retrofit their cars with even the most basic airbag kit.
All good points, but the airmatic struts you can now get for $150, and it's literally 6 bolts. Much easier and saver than replacing regular shocks and springs. So yea 10y ago it was dealer only and thousands to fix and that is where airmatic got its bad rep.
Uhhh $150? Where? Rebuilt units are $500ish per wheel from what I've seen.
@@TireSlayer55 Ali and eBay or even used ones from junkyard.
Balance shaft was fixed in 2007-2009 cars even a few late build 2006 cars shipped with the updated balance shaft
Balance shaft was not fixed until 2008 half of the engines in 2008 still have the original balance shaft. Any engine with a serial number less than 2739..30 088611 has the balance shaft issue. It’s not really a problem if the car is maintained properly. Thanks for watching
Justin Frascona Well in Australia that was not the case, the updated balance shaft models shipped in nov2006, I know I have a 2007 E350 Avantgarde Sport.
@@JustinFrascona - Balance shaft issues were sorted half way through the 07 production year, not 08. I was also told that only about 20 percent of the pre-facelift models had that issue anyway as Mercedes sourced the wrong metal for the sprocket. The metal was too soft and will wear out prematurely usually between 40-80K miles, but there are exceptions, I've seen it pop up on cars with as much as 150k on them. I have an 06 E350 with 225K miles on it, never had a balance shaft issue. Then again, I use Liqui Moly Ceratec with each oil change which give my balance shaft an extra layer of protection and I'm conservative with my OCI's....
Don't forget the seat module issues( parasitic draw)
Is that why my battery is dying? My car also calls teleaid on it's own over and over again.
Remove the first 2 fuses in the back adjust your seat first
Wow I really wanna smoke a cigarette for some reason. Amazing content ! Clean car as well !
What was the best way to fix problem on the intake
I replaced the entire intake manifold , there’s a video here on my channel of the replacement
What is your advice on buying mercedes e220 cdi 2005 with a high mileage but been serviced through the years? Thanks
If the car has been meticulously maintained (say, ex taxi) it can still run like new at 200k miles. At that age a lot of the wearables are already replaced one or more times and the engines are very durable unless they're abused...
I was lucky to find a 2003 e55 without the airmatics
My 2004 started having Airmatic issues at around 120k miles. Thank God the SBC warranties for 25 years now..
Only MBUSA. E55 is still a beast, W211 is timeless.
@@kristophercantu297 cool man, I have serial communication link problem with mine that I can't figure out. No signal from instrument cluster P0600
Dude you forgot one major issue that affects the earlier W211 think it's from 2002 to 2008 and that is the sbc brake system it's a pig of a thing mind you I have driven a 2009 standard abs vs my 2005 Sbc the sbc is amazing at stopping such a large vehicle in such little time. I love my W211 I have it 14 year's rarely drive it with the cost and amount of fuel it uses. One other issue with all W211 is the steel brake line's under the plastic splash plates under the car they get pretty bad if your in rust belt. Oh and those frigging ball joints what are they made of plastic I've done 280000 miles on mine over the year's. Ball joints and those abs ring's not for the fainthearted.
I've been really interested in these E-Class cars for some time, specifically this generation. Love the corporate styling and size. Does anyone have a full PDF file they could send me with a full run down of common issues and the smaller things to look out for or that would need to be replaced for preventative maintenance?
John Smith just look threw the channel there’s 30+ videos on this channel of repairs and issues on this car. My advice is have 2-3k in savings at all times just for repairs for the car. I’d try to find one with full service records. There’s nothing more expensive than a cheap Mercedes.
@@JustinFrascona Tried divorce? Expensive?Married a Mercedes, now walking!LOL. Why is divorce so expensive? Cause it's worth it. LOL.
@@JustinFrascona $1,700 for my 03 E500.
$2,000 in parts, my own labor.
Car is perfect again.
Quality parts, attentive labor. That’s what makes the difference.
@@bleachstain9785where'd you get the parts from?
@@bleachstain9785how many miles on it when you got it
Hey, I have a 2007 E350 sometimes when I go at about 25-30MPH and let go of the gas pedal for like 10sec the car does this weird jerk, I think it happens when it switches to 1st gear but it doesn't happen that often, any idea what it could be? Also thanks for the vid, it's very informative
Thanks for watching. Try to reset your transmission may help. If that doesn’t help I’d look at the intake flaps. czcams.com/video/ShP8GWLtfEM/video.html
@@JustinFrascona Hmm, that's a good point, I normally don't drive like that so that might be it. Thanks for advise, you're the best
Mine does the same thing! Super annoying. Trying to figure out what could fix this problem
@@Zdesilva16 Yeah I still have that issue even when driving in comfort mode, which starts from 2nd gear. I've also heard some people say that this is one of the quirks of these cars. Anyways I changed a crankshaft position sensor and one of the camshaft solenoid magnets (both parts are around $25-$35 each) which seem to help with the problem but not fully fix it. If I will ever find the remedy I'll let you know, if I don't forget. Also please let me know if you find the fix for it, thanks.
@@emilnad5078 did you ever fix this problem yet? Thank you in advance!
Fuel pump and fuel tank pressure sensor will go/known issue.The components are located on top of the gas tank.Major work involves removing exhaust system and gas tank.A very expensive repair.Mercedes knows about it and extended the warranty (since expired) maybe due to class action lawsuits .
My 2009 had access panels under rear seat.
With mine 2005,the exhaust and gas tank need to come out to gain access..The work is being done right now at a local shop.My mechanic is charging me $1200.00.Mercedes dealer wanted $2300.00 on top of the 195.00 diagonistic fee I paid.I called Mercedes corporate to see if would help as it is a known problem with class action lawsuits .Mercedes extended to warranty which expired two years ago (knowing the problem exists)and left me out in the cold.They declined to help in any way.
Access panels would probably have helped remove the fuel pump/fuel pressure sensor assembly
Poor schick, unattended to,lol. Thanks for the information,cool.
I have e200 kompressor 2007 w211. I have a issue ESP fault showing. And the diagnostic detect the fear control module defected . You have a idea about this, and if can you explain to me how coming this issue, of I need replace it or have a solution to repair it. Thx
From what I understand they get wet and corode. I believe they are in the trunk. It most likely will need to be replaced. Checkout this video from Auto repair guys czcams.com/video/LH1cYiumOmg/video.html
Does your cruise control also not work while ESP isn’t working? Is so, then change your brake switch on the pedal. If it isn’t springing back then those two will cause failure lights. I have 2008 E550.
Hi Justin
I have 09 e350 sport with 58k miles but non 4matic. Do you know if front has adjustable coilover? Because my front has too much gap between the fender and tire. I see your car sits flush both front and back. My rear is fine barely fit only one finger but the front I can put my 4 fingers.... btw my car is bone stock with 18 mag sport wheels. My car looks very funky with that gap and it's just too much space...
My question is do I need to change the spring and shocks to lower the front? Or I can adjust the coilover if it has one
Thank you
The car does not come with coilovers they are standard struts. As far as my car it stock with the AMG package which is why it sits a little lower. You can cal up FCP euro and they can help you order the correct front suspension components to get the same look. It’s also possible your car may be airmatic . Good luck
@@JustinFrascona
Thanks for your reply, my car is exact same year and model as yours except no 4matic and don't have the airmatic suspension only e550 came with airmatic in 2009. What's weird is that I see some e350 on the street sits flush like your front and some others has a big gaps like mine and I'm talking only 2009 models with sport package.
Thanks for your advice!
@@JJ-vm3ky also things to consider I was running after market wheels and larger tires which could be also why the gap looks filled more. Pot holes are terrible in NJ I ended up going with a slight taller tire. I don’t remember the size any more thought I sold the car and have a w212 now
I was also watching your old Video when you had a stock 18 AMG wheels and they also look flush with a small gaps. Look very cool...
Just purchased an 07 e550, fucking beautiful !!!!! But the gas ⛽️ 😭
Think Smiles per gallon, not miles per gallon 😂
@@JustinFrascona 😂 you’re not wrong 🤷♂️
I own the 2008 E550 w211. I have replaced the airmatic suspensions to struts and coils. I recently changed the steering pump. I have not had any other major issues with car. I hope I don't.
From what I understand the E550s are more reliable than the E350. I ended up selling the car and moving into something else.
How many miles do you have on that bad boy?
I had just under 100k on the car when I sold it
@@obitog5974 145k miles and counting.
@@MbaekweCabana my man !! I love this car , enjoy yours too !
Mate how did you forget about injectors... :(
I have 08 e350 with code P0012 and P2006. Do you have a link or part number please
is this the v6 diesel
My rear window screen shade does not open and it grinds. How did you fix it?
Mine did the same it was stuck. I had to bang on it and pull it up some while someone pushed the button. Eventually it started working again. The motor could have failed as well which will be a be pain to replace.
If you have no power to this roller shade try checking the fuse/relay box in the trunk driver side ckt.20 is a 7.5A fuse and it powers up the relay for the blind and I believe it's relay D but double check that one. It's an easy and good place to start troubleshooting this. Good luck.
Aww! That's how that visor works in the back. Not an issue.
SBC sucks, i got a pre FL unit, at 65000 ish miles, the sbc needed replacing
I liked the video just for the cigarette. Classy touch. I can't believe manufacturers stop putting ashtrays in cars. Like using an empty soda can in the cup holder is soooo trashy and so not Mercedes. Then they want to snivel when you throw it out the window. The world is one giant ashtray since cars no longer have them.
HOW DO I OPEN A CUP HOLDER OF A MERCEDES?
spin around 2.5 times then jump up once in the air. once you finish your jump your gonna wanna run about half a mile then come back to the car. When you done with that grab a hammer and hit the cup holders about 3 times then it should open up easily by pushing them in then pulling them out
It depends what exactly braking) it's not necessary air suspension normally brakes, normally plastic valves which fits on top of shock observations brakes or having lick, or it cat be lick somewhere else... easy fix...
cat be lick somewhere else indeed 🐱👅
Anyone know how to fix the rear window shade issue?
I acquired my 09 E350 while it was still under a post purchase bumper to bumper warranty. The intermittent operation of the shade was concerning so I took the car in to the dealer and the service writer proceeded to show me using a credit card and how to slip it into the crevice while having someone acitvate the switch up front. UGH! Unbelievable!! So I have to stop on the road wherever I am to perform this? Man I argued and argued then he finally relented and so it was changed under warranty. To keep it functioning properly the trick is to ( so I am told) operate the shade at least once a week. It is rather complicated to fix but I suppose it is possible. I believe there are youtube videos about this. Good luck
The first part is lies. The air matic suspension did come with w211 in 09 its a factory option. An you can replace the air struts an shocks by yourself
What did u do to fix the rear screen
I banged on the rear deck while pressing the button at the same time while also pulling up the shade from the corners. After the hundredth try it started to work. I've seen people take out the rear deck to fix it the proper way but removing the headrest are a pain so I decided not to go that route.
Or lubricate the guides and swap the motor (it's a pain in the butt) get it where u want then leave it alone
I have a Mercedes like it... It is the best car I have ever driven..these r miner problems.. Every car has some issues...
Just got a 04 e320 v6 In 2021 bouta dump 8k in a 1k vehicle😂
@@luffykillua2199 man woulda been better to find a one 2006 and later they are much better and reliable from experience
U don’t have to take out the engine to do the engine balancer and all engines will need it in time it rubber piece
I think you are talking about the harmonic balancer on the front of the engine the belts connect to. I'm referring to a metal gear that is part of the timing internal to the engine that is attached to that shaft.
3:24 dude smoke in the engine area. 😂
my car is a E350 with a 2009 engine and trans got it at a benz dealer
Experience so far? I'm looking at the same model
My 2007 FL W211 doesn't have :
- airmatic suspension (still comfy and one less problems to think of)
- SBC (starting with 2006, the FL doesn't have this system)
- auto transmission (manual ftw)
The only thing that concerns me at my M271 1.8 Kompressor is the timing chain. When I start it, I hear a little squeak and I think that I should change the tensioner for starters.
Otherwise, in this configuration, the car is awesome, I wouldn't change it for a newer model.
A 1.8 in a W211 wow that must be sloooooow 😂
100 likes 👍😎 nice video!
Blessed Love my E500S .
Thanks for watching
The SBC pump is under recall, they replaced mine at no charge
how?
How is that? In Spain they charged to the previous owner 2.000€.
If the part is defective or faulty, which the sbc pump is. Mercedes will replace it no charge
My personal mechanic told me take it to the dealership, so i did and they confirmed it was a recalled part. Which is covered by the manufacturer
@@andresplayanlopez look it up, you'll save 2 grand
Very good video my friend, i have a mercedes W211 and i agree with you, is the very good car but a have a problem, beaucause my car goes into safety mode, and deactivates all electronic functions, I can't find the solution, heeeeeelp meeee ( sorry i'm french i don't write english well)
I changed the candles but the problem is not resolved, also the calculator in the alternator, I do not know what to do ...
@@fenerlihalilo7460 Salut ! Visite le forum Mercedes Damien pour chercher ensemble l'origine de ton problème. Ciao. Thks for the video and the hints !
If you are talking about the yellow triangle in upper left, it will disable power stabilization in the steering as well as your cruise control. Try changing the brake pedal sensor. About $25 and 15 - 20 minute job.
If the car isn't getting any juice even though the alternator and battery have been replaced its likely a "Lin Bus" issue with the ECU and it needs to be reprogrammed. You have to go to a Mercedes Tech to have this diagnosed and repaired. Your run of the mill auto repair shop will not what they're doing and will make shit up and cost you lot of wasted money. Happened to me...
What about e55 and the m113 and m155 engines
Minh Ly they’re really reliable
M113k is bullet proof. 2005-2006 E320 CDI inline 6 diesel is like bombproof
I own one with 150k miles. Engines are Bullet proof but the stock cooling system is terrible and the transmission will only take so much abuse due to the amount of torque. Air suspension is alright but I’ll be going coilovers soon
Good vid!
u forgot the cam caps leak oil to
I haven't had that issue with mine but plan on doing a part 2 soon. I'll mention that.
5 minute fix. No one cares. My shop doesn't even charge labor for that
Daryl am nuts my e500 2006 blows thru oil I had it changed two months ago and it needs another qt of oil
Cannon you have a leak. Trick is to find it
Do you know the difference between the 4966cc and the 4973cc?
13cc
@@emilnad5078😂
Wrong no need to dissamble engine for balance shaft it only have 2 bushes an be changed easily
Please do show us as every single video here on CZcams shows the entire engine being disassembled to access the balance shaft to be clear the balance shaft is a gear internal to the engine at the very bottom if the timing chain we are not talking about the harmonic balancer on the outside of the engine
Balance shaft is on the v6 only. If you have "the balance shaft problem",junk the car. $7000 repair
To do a v8 correctly you still want to pull out the motor. But there is less work involved
Washer fluid reservoir
Srs light
don`t smoke
Poot wd40 in mechanizam in rear shade.
Sound like you bought a lemon
Balance shaft...
This is a manufacturer's defect. Why? Because it was made in America. The German made version does not have this defect. Why not a recall? IDK
Gas tank leak. Trunk rain seals leak. Sound system battery drain
i have 540k/km runs fine still
He scared me about this car
fuel pump goes south, pump leaks.
Some have SBC braking...
just do the scheduled maintenance every two years and you should be fine. cost about $200 at the dealer and takes 30-40 min. And I also believe that they added lifetime warranty on it.
@@vladi3471 you right MB extended the warranty on the SBC unit for 25 years and unlimited miles. the SBC unit failure is very common.
SBC is warranteed for 25 years so if that issue occurs bring the car to the dealer and they will do the $2-3000 hib for free. If the problem happens and you're not near the dealer, the local mechanic can do the job but make sure he gets the SBC unit at the dealer with a receipt and you pay him for that job and get a detailed receipt. Then present that receipt with your car to the dealer. The dealer then will "check" to make sure the work was done to factory standards and if so, MB will reimburse the full cost of the parts and labor. Takes about one month to get your check. Then you or whomever owns the car later is warranteed for another 25 years from that installation date for that part.
@@vladi3471 What sort of maintenance do you mean? I get my oil changed when I need to, and tires rotated.
@@Titanic19127 brake fluid change.
l have mercedes benz E 350 2007
l fix all this problem
Radio problem
Amplifier wires
esp Switch control and brake lights
fuse box module front
problems
headlights wires no work
Signals turning left and right l didn’t fix that
Ball joint bad
intake manifold bad
coolant water hose bad
Camshaft position
With crank shaft bad
And the most number one
A/c compressor broke 133,678 miles
$1000 fix
l will like this car beautiful car fast
V6 l race almost all cars v6
l win everytime
Just 5 problems eh ?!
Yup yup and yup
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just put classic spings and schoks more komfortoble...
It's not extra luxury it's a nightmare and so is the sbc..and the car always going into limp mode I had 2 Mercedes and both were nightmares didnt get to enjoy the cars at all
I just switched up Les, I agree with you they are nice cars but need to much work to enjoy. My last few months of ownership I barley drove the car worrying about creating new issues. New car reveal coming soon.
sounds like a basic Toyota or Honda would suit you better
@@TireSlayer55 and that’s exactly what I did I have a Lexus now and have not had any issues like Mercedes and now I can enjoy my family instead of having the car in the shop
@les536 I also own a Toyota now. A 2015 Scion XB. It’s been great just normal maintenance. It’s saving me so much money.
My mercedes have 184,000 miles on it still runs like new I just do tun ups and is all so you give bad reputation to mb I never change my camshaft position and maybe you have bad luck non of the stuff you are talking about is been happening to my MB..