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Mercedes-Benz C36 AMG Repair and Maintenance
Mercedes-Benz C36 AMG Model Years
Mercedes-Benz C36 AMG Problems
| Brakes |
- Due to the size and materials of the brakes on these vehicles, the brakes start to squeak around the 50 percent wear point. The brake rotor surfaces become uneven, causing a lip to form at the outer edge of the rotor. Because of this, the rotors are usually replaced when the pads are worn (pad life varies depending on driving style and terrain).
- Brake fluid should be flushed every two years to prevent premature anti-lock brake system (ABS) failure.
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| Engine |
- Oil leaks develop from the head gasket and timing cover gasket; these leaks should be repaired before the engine oil and coolant intermix.
- Radiators break due to degradation of the plastic tanks and fittings.
- Older vehicles should have the cooling system serviced even if the mileage is low. The hoses can look good on the outside, but the rubber can degrade and erode on the inside. If not carefully checked, the hoses can burst at any time.
- The water pump can develop leaks. When replacing the water pump, the drive belt tensioner should be inspected and most likely replaced as well.
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| Exhaust & Emissions |
- Bad spark plug wires and ignition coils can cause intermittent misfires (rough running); the Check Engine Light may illuminate.
- The mass air flow sensor tends to fail, causing poor fuel economy and Check Engine Light illumination.
- Emissions air injection pumps can seize up, causing a loud squealing noise possibly followed by smoke. The air pump pulley stops turning, but the drive belt does not and this friction causes the noise and smoke. If the engine is not turned off, the belt will snap, turning on the alternator/battery warning light.
- A tube for the EGR system tends to clog with carbon buildup.
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| Suspension & Steering |
- Irregular and premature tire wear can be caused by the lower control arm bushings cracking and causing excessive movement at the control arm pivot point. Ball joints can also wear out prematurely, causing similar tire wear symptoms.
- The tie rod ends, drag link, and idler arm in the linkage of the steering system can wear out.
- There is a steering dampening shock that will leak fluid when it goes bad.
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| Drive Train |
- A vibration felt through the center floor of the vehicle can be caused by driveshaft flex discs, which crack and shred, causing excessive driveshaft movement. Not repairing these can cause damage to the driveshaft center support bearing, or, in the worst case scenario, damage to the transmission or differential.
- High mileage vehicles can leak from the transmission oil seals.
- High mileage or older vehicles develop leaks at the differential seals and cover; the whole unit needs to be resealed to repair the leaks.
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| Electrical & Lights |
- The insulation degrades on the engine wiring harnesses because the insulating material falls off of the wires and leaves the conductors exposed. This can cause many problems depending on which wires are exposed and what they touch.
- Throttle valves can suffer electrical failure.
- Rear tail light housings can fail; the brake lights may not operate.
- Brake light switch failure can cause the ESP and BAS warnings to illuminate.
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| Heating & Air Conditioning |
- The evaporator temperature sensor can fail, causing the AC compressor not to cycle. If the AC compressor does not cycle on, the AC system will not blow cold air. If the AC compressor is stuck on, the air will be very cold at first, before warming up.
- Leaks at the AC compressor, hose manifold for the compressor, or the evaporator core can cause poor AC performance.
- Vacuum manifolds for the climate control actuator can leak and cause poor performance or failure of the control flaps.
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Mercedes-Benz C36 AMG Recalls and TSBs
Mercedes-Benz C36 AMG Recalls (Recent)
Campaign Number: 96V058000
Number of Vehicles Affected: 149
Model Years Affected:
1996
Date Owner Notified: 04/1996
Defect Summary: THE DRIVE BELT PULLEY ON THE ENGINE CAN DEVELOP FATIGUE CRACKS IN THE METAL AND BREAK. IF THE DRIVE PULLEY BREAKS, THE CAR WOULD NOT HAVE ENGINE COOLING, BATTERY CHARGING, AND/OR POWER STEERING.
Consequence Summary: LOSS OF THESE SYSTEMS CAN CAUSE THE CAR TO OVER HEAT, LOSE POWER FROM THE BATTERY, AND LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE CAR INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ENGINE CRANKSHAFT DAMPER-PULLEY ON THESE VEHICLES.
Recall Notes: SYSTEM: ENGINE; PULLEY; CRANKSHAFT.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 6-CYLINDER ENGINES. NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, SHOULD CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
Mercedes-Benz C36 AMG Technical Service Bulletins (Recent)
None reported.
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Oil Pan Reseal - Engine
$696 - $899
