What is coolant flush on Mercedes C240 W203?
Doing a coolant flush is more so just a preventative action in knowing your cooling system is in good working order. What I did on my ML and C240 W203 was drain the system.
What are the part numbers for Mercedes coolant?
(Mercedes-Benz coolant part numbers A0009892825, Q1030005, BQ1030005). Mercedes coolant specification MB 325.6 is the premix specification and meets all the same specification and OE part number requirements as the MB 325.5 specification mentioned above.
Can you use generic coolant on a Mercedes Benz?
No, generic universal coolant antifreeze should never be used in a Mercedes-Benz engine. Coolants that do not specifically state the correlating Mercedes-Benz coolant quality specification (Example: MB 325.0) for your engine should never be used.
How often should I Flush my Mercedes Benz radiator?
Typically, northerners call it “antifreeze” and southerners call it “coolant.” Regardless of what you call it, it’s a good idea to flush your cooling system once every two years — and more often if you put a lot of miles on your Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
Where is the coolant reservoir on a Mercedes Benz?
The coolant reservoir (also called a recovery tank or surge tank) for the E-Class is located on the driver side front of the engine compartment. It has a black top, a pressurized screw-on cap, and translucent sides that allow you to see the coolant level in it. Figure 1. Mercedes-Benz 2008 E350 coolant reservoir location.
Typically, northerners call it “antifreeze” and southerners call it “coolant.” Regardless of what you call it, it’s a good idea to flush your cooling system once every two years — and more often if you put a lot of miles on your Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
How do you flush a Mercedes Benz W211?
Put newspapers and a large (5 gallon/19 L) drain pan underneath the petcock at the front of the car. Open the petcock by turning it 180-degrees counter-clockwise to drain the radiator into the drain pan. A large, flat-head screwdriver can be helpful.
What kind of water do you use to flush a Mercedes Benz?
Fill the coolant reservoir to the top with distilled water. Never add tap water or softened water to this system because it contains minerals and salts that can cause corrosion. Watch for the water level to drop throughout this operation as the radiator fills; as it does, add more water.