When to replace the thermostat on a Mercedes Benz?
Mercedes Thermostat Replacement. The thermostat helps control the engines temperature. If your car is running too hot and there is the proper amount of coolant in the car and it is not leaking, or your car is taking a long time to warm up, there is a very good chance your thermostat is bad and needs to be replaced.
Why is the CEL not on on my 2008 ML 320 CDI?
On my 2008 ML 320 CDI (Canada) both the glow plug light and the CEL remain on after starting. There must be little to no pre-heating from the glow plugs because the vehicle doesn’t start like it should. I’ve replaced all 6 glow plugs and the glow plug control module with the correct parts from the dealership and still the problem remains as before.
Why is the glow plug still on on my 2008 ML 320?
A pity this thread stopped where it did. On my 2008 ML 320 CDI (Canada) both the glow plug light and the CEL remain on after starting. There must be little to no pre-heating from the glow plugs because the vehicle doesn’t start like it should.
How do you replace the thermostat on a Mercedes Benz?
To replace the thermostat, you will need to drain some coolant from the radiator. At the bottom of the radiator of your Mercedes-Benz there should be a drain plug.
Where is the thermostat sensor on a Mercedes E350?
The sensor is typically found on 2008,2009,2010 and newer models such as C300 and E350. Remove the thermostat from the engine block. If the thermostat doesn’t come loose, you may need to pry it away using a flat screwdriver.
How do you remove a thermostat from a car?
Loosen the radiator hose clamp. Use theE-Torx socket to remove the two thermostat bolts. Unplug the electrical connector from the sensor if your car has one. The sensor is typically found on 2008,2009,2010 and newer models such as C300 and E350.
How can I replace the gasket on my thermostat?
Ensure that you have a new gasket for your thermostat. The old gasket should be removed and discarded. Tighten the two bolts and reconnect the radiator hose. Do not overtighten the two bolts. If you have a torque wrench, you can tighten these two bolts to approximately 10Nm. Add coolant to the radiator expansion tank.