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1996 Mercedes-Benz E300 Problems

 

Fuel leak near high pressure pump, fuel lines at filter and pump

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Fuel leaks can develop around the high pressure fuel injection pump. The fuel lines around the fuel filter and the fuel pump also tend to leak.
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Transmission Oil Seals May Leak on High Mileage Vehicles

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High mileage vehicles may develop a leak from one or more of the transmission oil seals.

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Oil filter housing may develop oil leaks

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Oil leaks can develop around the oil filter housing.
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Erratic HVAC Blower Motor Operation

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A malfunctioning HVAC blower motor regulator can cause the blower motor to operate below the requested speed or not at all. Updated regulators are available; the blower motor and cover need to be replaced at the same time to upgrade the system.

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Squeaking/Worn Brake Pads May Require Rotor Replacement Also

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The brakes may begin to squeak at about the 50 percent wear point. This is due to the size and material used for the brake pads and rotors.  The brake rotor surfaces become uneven, causing a lip to form at the outer edge. This will generally require replacement of the rotors when the pads are worn (pad life varies depending on driving style and terrain).

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ABS Modulator Failure Due to Dirty Brake Fluid

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As brake fluid becomes dirty over time, it can cause a failure of the anti-lock brake system (ABS) modulator assembly. Our technicians recommend a complete brake system flush every two years to help prevent this issue.

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Cracked Driveshaft Flex Discs May Cause Driveshaft Movement/Vibration

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A vibration felt through the center floor of the vehicle can be caused by cracked and/or shredded driveshaft flex discs, resulting in excessive driveshaft movement. If not repaired, damage to the driveshaft center support bearing, transmission, or differential can occur.

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Squeak in Steering Column Due to Rubber Boot or Seal

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A squeak from the steering column is often related to a rubber boot in the column or a seal in the power steering rack.

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The Differential May Develop Leaks From the Seals or Cover

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Leaks may develop from the differential cover and/or seals on high mileage or older vehicles. Our technicians recommend a complete reseal of the differential unit if these leaks are addressed.

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High Usage Vehicles May Experience Ignition Lock and Tumbler Failures

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Due to wear, high usage vehicles can experience ignition lock and tumbler failures. The ignition lock cylinder will generally require replacement to correct this concern.

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Shifter Lever Bushings May Break Causing Loose Feel/Noise

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The bushings for the shifter lever wear out to the point where they break and fall out. This causes excessive movement (loose feel) in the shifter lever and a clanging-type noise when changing gears.

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Spilling sticky liquids around cup holder may cause lid to stick/break

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Cup holders break easily, especially if sticky liquids are spilled into the cup holder mechanism.
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One or More Instrument Cluster Display May Fail

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Instrument cluster displays tend to fail, especially the clock and gear indicators. Our technicians tell us the instrument cluster will require replacement to correct this issue.

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Brake Light Switch Failure May Cause ESP/BAS Warning Lights

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The ESP and BAS warning lights may illuminate due to a failed brake light switch. Replacement of the failed switch should correct this concern.

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Switch For Vanity Mirror Light Above Sun Visor May Fail

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The switch for the vanity mirror light above the sun visor fail; there is an updated switch for some models. On the remaining models, due to a redesign, the mirror "cassette" will need replacement.

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