Where does Mercedes Benz E280 CDI avantgarde W211 drive?
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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.
Why does my Mercedes diesel engine not start?
However, if the engine is not running correctly automatic regeneration will not be started. Some of the possible causes are a faulty temperature sensor, swirl flap motor or EGR valve. Also, make sure you only use approved engine oil. Wrong engine oil can cause excessive soot build up.
What causes soot build up in Mercedes engine?
Wrong engine oil can cause excessive soot build up. Luckily, the regeneration process can be initiated manually, using an appropriate diagnostic tool. In most cases, this will purge a clogged DPF. Mercedes, like many diesel cars, uses a DPF Exhaust Pressure Sensor to determine how much does the DPF restrict the exhaust flow.
People from London West (presume thats your neck of the woods) drive down to the Southampton indie regularly, i haven’t used him but he is well spoken of in the forums. Mercedes Benz E280 CDI Avantgarde W211 – Problems After ‘Engine Diagnostic Light’ came on..
What was the problem with my Mercedes avantgarde W211?
Now, after the ‘engine diagnostic light’ cam on (Oct 2014), I gave the car in to Mercedes Brentford, to check the reason. The car was still driving well even then. The technicians came up with loads of ‘faults’ including crank and ex back pressure sensors, turbo seals and boost seals leaking, plus gearbox sump gasket leaking.
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.
Why is my Mercedes Benz W210 running rough?
Many times, a lean running condition can be traced back to a cracked or torn boot in the system. A good quick way to check the overall health of the system is to take the oil filler cap off with the engine running. If the system is in good shape, the idle of the engine should drop and the car will run rougher.
How to fix a leak on a Mercedes Benz W210?
This is most easily done by using a few dabs of gasket adhesive every couple of inches in the channels around the perimeter of the valve cover and also the spark plug holes. One problem with the M104 is that corrosion develops under the coating on both the inside and outside of the valve cover.
What to do if your Mercedes key won’t turn?
If you have this problem you will have to install a new / virgin EIS. You can not install a used unit because the EIS has to be paired / married to the car using Mercedes-Benz Star Diagnostic Software. They key itself may be the reason why the car doesn’t start. The key may open the doors, but it will not start the car.