Why are the fans on my Mercedes 190 not working?

Why are the fans on my Mercedes 190 not working?

ELECTRIC FAN AND ENGINE FAN TROUBLESHOOTING –It seems that every few years, both fans stop working.   Oftentimes it is the red three pole temperature switch, and the system is fairly easy to test.   The idea is that when the switch is heated by the coolant to a certain temperature, the switch provides a path to ground and the fans engage.

What makes the radiator rattle on a Mercedes 190D?

RADIATOR FAN RATTLE- Recently, I noticed a rattle coming from the front of my Mercedes 190D engine.   The usual culprits of alternator bearings and noisy front belt shock absorber were ruled out, and then I began focusing on the radiator fan / fan clutch assembly.

How to test Mercedes-Benz 190 tempmatic ACC?

  To test, select the top button (max AC) and then the button with the two boxes on it, meaning the center and side vents.     The system must pass several internal tests before the compressor comes on. Recently my compressor stopped working, but I noticed that it coincided with the failure of my tachometer.

Where is the tachometer on a Mercedes 190?

  If you have a diesel and your tachometer is not working, take a look at the RPM sensor.   It is mounted on the engine bell housing, on the same side as the oil level sensor, just a bit farther back.   You can get to it by removing the front lower panel, as you would do when changing your oil.

Where is the oil level sensor on a Mercedes 190?

  It is mounted on the engine bell housing, on the same side as the oil level sensor, just a bit farther back.   You can get to it by removing the front lower panel, as you would do when changing your oil.    Look a bit farther back than the oil pan, on the bell housing, and it is a little black thing with a wire on it which points straight up.

Why is my gas compressor not working on my Mercedes 190?

If your car has an overload relay, and the fuse is bad or the contacts are dirty, the compressor may not work as it should. If you find that the gas has leaked out of your system, and you need a recharge, ask the shop to recharge the system and add their special yellow/green dye.

Why is my tachometer not working on my Mercedes 190?

   The system was told that the engine is not spinning, but the compressor is, and it failed the test.   If you have a diesel and your tachometer is not working, take a look at the RPM sensor.   It is mounted on the engine bell housing, on the same side as the oil level sensor, just a bit farther back.

ELECTRIC FAN AND ENGINE FAN TROUBLESHOOTING –It seems that every few years, both fans stop working.   Oftentimes it is the red three pole temperature switch, and the system is fairly easy to test.   The idea is that when the switch is heated by the coolant to a certain temperature, the switch provides a path to ground and the fans engage.

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How much horsepower does a Mercedes Benz 190E have?

MERCEDES-BENZ 190E 2.3-16 – 1985 COD. MER00049 Chassis no WDB2010341A210300 Power 185 HP at 6

RADIATOR FAN RATTLE- Recently, I noticed a rattle coming from the front of my Mercedes 190D engine.   The usual culprits of alternator bearings and noisy front belt shock absorber were ruled out, and then I began focusing on the radiator fan / fan clutch assembly.

What happens when you turn off the engine on a Mercedes?

When you turn the key off on your Mercedes diesel, you may have noticed that the engine will not quit immediately. In some cases it may even keep running a second or two after you have turned the key to the off position before it finally quits.

The system was told that the engine is not spinning, but the compressor is, and it failed the test.   If you have a diesel and your tachometer is not working, take a look at the RPM sensor.   It is mounted on the engine bell housing, on the same side as the oil level sensor, just a bit farther back.

Where is the turn signal on a Mercedes?

The turn signal switch is part of the combination switch found in the steering column and is mounted right behind the steering wheel. You may also notice that the wiper switch is not working either.

Why is my turn signal not working on my Mercedes CLK?

Blown turn signal fuse or turn signal fuse keep on blowing. Short in the wires that provide 12 volts to the turn signal. You will need to locate the short and repair it. Check the wiring inside the headlight or tail light as the insulation of the wires may melt over time causing a short. We have seen this happen on several E and CLK class models.

Why is my left turn signal not working?

It’s typically one or the other. A defective SAM module can cause that one of the turn signals stays on all the time while the rest operate properly. Turn signals on one side (left or right) of the car are not working. Meaning that when you press the switch to turn left (or right) none of turn signals on one side don’t work.

Do you need to replace the turn signal switch?

Take a look at the part inside the turn signal/combination switch that often fails. You can’t replace the internal part, therefore, the whole turn signal switch needs to be replaced. Click here to check prices on new & used Mercedes turn signal switches. Replace the turn signal switch.

What kind of heater does a Mercedes 124 have?

For all Mercedes 124 chassis cars from 1986 up to 1993 ONLY. This includes the 260E, 300E, 300D, 300CE, 300TE, and 400E Fits all Mercedes 126 chassis cars from 1981 to 1991. This includes the 300SD, 380SE, 380SEL, 500SE, 500SEL, 300SDL, 420SEL, 560SEL, 300SE, 300SEL, 380SEC, 500SEC, 560SEC.

How do you remove a blower motor from a heater?

The blower motor can usually be removed by loosening the screws or bolts on it and by disconnecting the motor harness. To reinstall, simply insert the blower motor in place, reconnect the motor wiring harness, and push the glove box in place if needed.

If your car has an overload relay, and the fuse is bad or the contacts are dirty, the compressor may not work as it should. If you find that the gas has leaked out of your system, and you need a recharge, ask the shop to recharge the system and add their special yellow/green dye.

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