Mercedes-Benz Tech Tip: Refrigerant Compressor Noise Complaints
If you receive customer reports of noises at the refrigerant compressor with the A/C either activated or deactivated, the cause could be a defective belt pulley or belt pulley bearing. The pulley and pulley bearing can be diagnosed and replaced with the compressor still installed in the vehicle by following the procedures in this article.
Mercedes-Benz Auxiliary Water Pump Diagnostics
Your first reaction might be to install a new thermostat and inspect the heater core for a blockage. On the test drive, the system may perform great for you. Is the customer just cold blooded? A Mercedes comes into your shop with a complaint of poor heater performance. The driver says on cold mornings
Mercedes-Benz AIRMATIC Suspension: Diagnostic Tips for Repairs
The Mercedes-Benz AIRMATIC suspension system was introduced in 1999 on the S-Class and has subsequently been used on the E-Class and most of the automaker’s SUVs. Keep reading for some key tips for common ailments to help you effectively get the system on these popular models in top-running condition.
Arnott Introduces New OES Air Suspension Compressor For 2004-’14 Mercedes-Benz V-Class
Arnott Air Suspension Products’ new AMK OES Air Suspension Compressor for the 2004-’14 Mercedes-Benz V-Class (W639 Chassis) is designed to directly replace the OE compressor.
Arnott Introduces New Front Air Struts For The 2007-’13 Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Mercedes-Benz CL-Class
The Arnott struts – AS-2852 (right) and AS-2853 (left) – feature a new custom-made and tuned twin-tube shock absorber designed to provide a responsive, yet comfortable, ride.
New Arnott Coil Conversion Kit Provides Path To Reliable Suspension For 2007-’13 Mercedes-Benz S-Class And CL-Class
Arnott’s aftermarket kit enables the conversion of an entire Mercedes-Benz suspension system.
Arnott Introduces New Rear Air Spring For The 2004-’13 V-Class Mercedes-Benz
The air spring – A-2801 – fits either the left or right rear of the Viano, Valente (Australia) and V-Class (Japan).
Arnott Announces New Front Air Strut For The 2007-’13 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
The strut is partly protected by an aluminum can and dust baffle to keep out debris and is assembled with heavy-duty crimping rings, seals, O-rings and bumpstop.
Mercedes-Benz Oil Leaks
A leak at the automatic transmission/transfer case flange can be remedied by using a black sealant to seal the entire seam area.
Mercedes-Benz Cylinder Head Cover Leak
Field inspections of suspected cylinder head cover oil leaks have revealed that unnecessary resealing is being performed when the cylinder head cover is not the root cause of the leak.
