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Mercedes-Benz C280
Report: Bad Spark Plug Wires/Ignition Coils May Cause Misfires and Possible CEL
Mercedes-Benz C280 Problem
11 Reports
Model Years Affected: 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000
Average Mileage: 145,258 mi (111,255 mi - 187,777 mi)
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Failed spark plug wires and/or ignition coils can cause intermittent misfires (rough running); the Check Engine Light may also illuminate. Diagnoses of the ignition system will be necessary to determine which components are at fault.
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Visitor, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C280, 187,777 mi
Changed spark plugs and wires misfire stopped.
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danboor, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C280, 122,000 miRookie
Both spark plug harnesses replaced, one twice.
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Visitor, 1995 Mercedes-Benz C280, 160,000 mi
I just had my ingnition coil replaced, my car would not pick up speed.
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