Mercedes-Benz Hydraulic Suspension: Dos, Don’ts And Did-You-Knows
It doesn’t seem that long ago when the closest we came to any kind of active suspension on a Mercedes-Benz was the self-leveling rear suspension systems on the station wagons and 560 models (SEL sedan and the SEC coupe). Of course, there were some exceptions – European models and the 450SEL 6.9 starting in the late ’70s were available with hydraulic suspension at all four corners.
Beta Introduces Impact Sockets For Mercedes-Benz Vehicles
Beta Tools #720MRC Impact Sockets for Mercedes-Benz are 1/2″ drive and have a polymer sleeve for non-marring performance when removing lug nuts with the flower-design on Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
Mercedes-Benz: 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.
Mercedes-Benz: Axle Hub Vibration And Judder From Corrosion
It is imperative that when installing brake discs (front or rear) that any excessive corrosion/scaling which may have developed on the axle hub be removed. Failure to remove the corrosion/scaling may cause an excessive buildup, which can create adverse forces that may result in brake vibrations or judder.
Mercedes-Benz Ignition Coil Boot: Avoid Damage With Grease
To reduce the force required to plug or unplug the spark plug connector, apply grease before installing the spark plug connector. Otherwise, the spark plug connector may be damaged when it is removed at another time.
Pinpointing The Source Of Mercedes-Benz Fuel Leaks
If you’re doing repair and service on European vehicles, there’s a good chance you’ll see several Mercedes-Benz E-Class cars in your shop. Between the 2003 and 2009 model years, more than 300,000 E-Class models were sold. They are great cars to service, but one issue we’ve seen is fuel odor/fuel leak complaints. We’re finding fuel leaks that may or may not turn on the check engine light.
Import Insights: Mercedes-Benz (December 2015)
The New Mercedes-Benz GLS Class Like the GL before it, the new GLS is setting standards in the world of the SUV as it confirms its position as the “S-Class among SUVs.” The powerful GLS550 4MATIC with V8 biturbo engine featuring direct injection now generates 449 hp at a maximum torque of 516 lb.-ft. The 3.0L V6 biturbo engine,
Top 10 Mercedes-Benz Repair Tips
With new vehicle sales topping 17.3 million units, and import nameplate VIO also on the rise, you’ll be seeing more imports in your shop that are in need of repair. And, with the increasing complexity and interconnectivity of vehicle systems, diagnostic expertise becomes all the more important. With that said, we bring you this collection of Mercedes-Benz repair tips to aid your service efforts.
Alabama’s Mercedes-Benz Plant Gives Away Two Of Its Luxury SUVs
The automotive training program at Shelton State Community College in Tuscaloosa, AL, recently received two Mercedes-Benz SUVs that were donated by the Tuscaloosa County operations of Mercedes-Benz. According to the article on AL.com, students who are part of the program and work with these vehicles are learning about the complex systems and processes in modern
Import Insights: Mercedes-Benz (July 2015)
The All-New 2016 Smart ForTwo The new 2016 Smart ForTwo made its U.S. debut at the 2015 New York International Auto Show and will arrive in dealerships in September. “The new Smart ForTwo adopts the proven [Smart] concept while offering more of just about everything — more space, more color, more equipment,” said Smart CEO Annette Winkler. One
