Why does my Mercedes C180 refuse to start?
If however I stop it, wait 5 mins or so and try to start it the car doesn’t start until the second time (sometimes third) I try to start it (with the automatic cranking time given when you turn the car). This all started in hot weather, and did once refuse to start when the weather was really warm (well warm for the UK anyway).
How to remove cam chain on CGI C80?
Please could someone help me with the Removal and fitting of cam chain and adjuster on the 2011 C180 CGi my wife has. It has done 46000 miles and has developed the dreaded rattle on startup and twice has not started on the first turn of the key. I have been in touch with a local Mercedes dealer who by the way was a nice chap.
Is the Mercedes C 180 a good car?
No car is perfect, but we’ve gathered everything relating to the Mercedes-Benz C 180 reliability here to help you decide if it’s a smart buy. We’ve asked Mercedes-Benz for help with your problem, but in the meantime you could take the car to a Mercedes-Benz specialist mechanic and have then show you, or do it for you.
How to start a Mercedes Benz C180 probelm?
get the engine hot. Leave the injectors connected but pull them out the cylinderhead and place each injector tip on a brown envelope and leave overnight.
What kind of engine does a Mercedes C180 have?
Bit more info would help.Is this a 202 or 203 chassis series and what year?If it is a 203,then there are 2 engine types for a 1.8.Also if you are using a generic obd reader then this may not give enough info on the engine control system.hth Thanks for moving the question, and the answers so far. The car is a 2.0l Petrol engine with a w203 body.
What’s the average temperature of a Mercedes Benz?
If it helps to find an average, my car is a ’99 c230K and it stays locked in at 80 unless it’s stuck in stop and go traffic on a very hot day but even then it barely budges above.
Why does my C180 not start first time?
I am having a bit of starting trouble with my C180. Basically everything was going fine then one day it was problematic starting when hot. Generally it starts first time in the morning, and once its running it goes fine. If I stop the car and start it straight away it starts first time.
Bit more info would help.Is this a 202 or 203 chassis series and what year?If it is a 203,then there are 2 engine types for a 1.8.Also if you are using a generic obd reader then this may not give enough info on the engine control system.hth Thanks for moving the question, and the answers so far. The car is a 2.0l Petrol engine with a w203 body.
What kind of interior does a 1998 Mercedes Benz C180 have?
This entry level C180 Classic is more of the same but at least with a tacho. My 1998 example also has Zebrano wood trim, leather upholstery (an expensive option) and fast glass.
get the engine hot. Leave the injectors connected but pull them out the cylinderhead and place each injector tip on a brown envelope and leave overnight.
What to do when your Mercedes goes into limp mode?
You may also get a check engine light if your transmission goes into limp mode. When a Mercedes-Benz goes into limp mode, it only operates in second gear and reverse only. When you put it in gear, you may also feel a bang as transmission engages. The first thing you should try is to check the transmission fluid level.
What causes a Mercedes C class to fail a state inspection?
If you take a Mercedes-Benz for state inspection, it is very likely to fail due to suspension issues especially if the car has over 100k miles. Broken window regulator on Mercedes C-Class. Window regulators do the hard work when you press the button to lower or close the windows.
You may also get a check engine light if your transmission goes into limp mode. When a Mercedes-Benz goes into limp mode, it only operates in second gear and reverse only. When you put it in gear, you may also feel a bang as transmission engages. The first thing you should try is to check the transmission fluid level.
What’s the lowest FL model of a C180?
Hi got your fact wrong there. Only the lowest fl model is C180 1.6l Kompressor. The only screw up C180 buyers are pre-fl model with 1.6l compressor engine, short charged by AD. But I was told, between MB and BMW ADs, C&C service cost is higher than PM!
Is the Merc emblem on the c180k?
Wah, after the COE shoot up, really see a lot more C180K on the road (not the old roundish headlights version, the new one with the Merc emblem stuck to the hood). Merc maintenance should be rather low in the continental masses.