Are there any problems with the W211 E class?
The W211 E-class cars manufactured in the first years after the model was released were considered to be less reliable than the ones made later. There is nothing terribly wrong with the early models but there were cases of electrical issues and problems with build quality. This isn’t unusual. Often, newly released products have some problems.
How many litres of fluid does a W211 gearbox take?
So that means the transmissions that used to be life time are now at 40k. Whoever stated it takes 14 litres is getting ripped off for at least 6 litres. The most fluid I have ever put in a 722.6 and .9 transmission is 7 and maybe slightly over that.
How often do you change Trans fluid on a Mercedes Benz W211?
2003 E320 – wife’s car now; 07 Porsche Boxster S – my car!! Changing the auto trans fluid on a W211 is a popular subject on this and other forums. For the W211 family, MB put in a “lifetime” fluid fill in their auto transmissions.
Is the Mercedes Benz W211 a good car?
The W211 model was a complete redesign from the previous generation E-Class. If you ask around some will say to avoid the early W211 model years such as: 2003, 2004 and 2005. In reality, these cars are very solid, the main issue that scares most people is the SBC brakes on those cars.
So that means the transmissions that used to be life time are now at 40k. Whoever stated it takes 14 litres is getting ripped off for at least 6 litres. The most fluid I have ever put in a 722.6 and .9 transmission is 7 and maybe slightly over that.
2003 E320 – wife’s car now; 07 Porsche Boxster S – my car!! Changing the auto trans fluid on a W211 is a popular subject on this and other forums. For the W211 family, MB put in a “lifetime” fluid fill in their auto transmissions.
The W211 E-class cars manufactured in the first years after the model was released were considered to be less reliable than the ones made later. There is nothing terribly wrong with the early models but there were cases of electrical issues and problems with build quality. This isn’t unusual. Often, newly released products have some problems.
What kind of oil change for Mercedes W211?
BTW, the procedure is AR27.55-P-0100A “Flush out automatic transmission and converter” and is for 722.6 tranny. Paul… No need to scan I can see it at work.
How to fix an AC with an E1 code?
[Solution] How to Fix E1 Error on My AC 1 Turn off the air conditioner and unplug it. 2 Hold down the power button, and keep it depressed while you or someone else plugs it back in. Keep the button depressed while the fan and 3 Unplug the air conditioner again and plug it back in. It should now work normally. See More….
Are there any problems with the W211 prefacelift?
To conclude, if you are buying a prefacelift W211, ensure there is ample history and vital parts have been maintained and replaced when necessary. The majority of issues were solved by the facelift model, which is much more refined than the prefacelift.