What coolant does my Mercedes need?
Mercedes-Benz has really only used two different types of coolants in their cars, SUVs and vans. A blue or pink violet color coolant. Up to the manufacture date of April 2014 most Mercedes-Benz engines used the blue MB 325.0 and MB 326.0 specification coolant.
Where is the coolant leak on my c250 W204?
My C250 W204 has had a couple of invisible coolant leaks. They were both on the n/s of the engine deep inside the mass of pipes and components etc. One of them was a connection on the head. The other was a gasket/seal to do with the egr. Get a pressure tester on it the you should be able to find the leak.
What are the common problems with Mercedes diesels?
Here are some common problems that affect many Mercedes-Benz diesel models including E350, ML350, GL350, R350, Sprinter, R320 CDI and BlueTec models. Common problems Diesel Particulate Filter. As Mercedes DPF traps and holds soot, with time it reaches a point when it needs to be ‘emptied out’. This is done by regeneration.
How much coolant does a Mercedes Benz use?
All pipes, pump and radiator appear bone dry before and after the thermostat has opened. Heater works normally, no coolant smells whilst travelling. No oily anything in the header tank, the coolant just disappears! It’s now using 1 litre every 200 miles. Antifreeze % has been maintained throughout.
Is the water pump on a C220 made of plastic?
The water pump is made of plastic, its a week point of the W204 C220 I had mine replaced at 10k miles under warranty Sounds a lot like a hot leak. i.e. It only leaks when the engine is hot and something expands. The fluid evaporates on the hot surface leaving literally no trace of the leak.
What kind of antifreeze and coolant for Mercedes-Benz C class?
Find out how much coolant does your car need. Car A Rac presents recommended by manufacturers types for all popular vehicles. Recommended antifreeze for radiators of Mercedes-Benz C-Class. Find out how much coolant does your car need.
My C250 W204 has had a couple of invisible coolant leaks. They were both on the n/s of the engine deep inside the mass of pipes and components etc. One of them was a connection on the head. The other was a gasket/seal to do with the egr. Get a pressure tester on it the you should be able to find the leak.
The water pump is made of plastic, its a week point of the W204 C220 I had mine replaced at 10k miles under warranty Sounds a lot like a hot leak. i.e. It only leaks when the engine is hot and something expands. The fluid evaporates on the hot surface leaving literally no trace of the leak.
How do you top up the coolant in a Mercedes Benz?
How to top up your coolant Find the red lever under the panel on the driver’s side of your car. Pull this down until you hear a ‘pop’. This will loosen the bonnet and allow you to open it safely.