Resources for the Repair and Maintenance of your Mercedes-Benz E300
Mercedes-Benz E300 Models:
Mercedes-Benz E300 Problems
Fuel leak near high pressure pump, fuel lines at filter and pump
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.
Squeaking/Worn Brake Pads May Require Rotor Replacement Also
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).
Erratic HVAC Blower Motor Operation
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.
Squeak in Steering Column Due to Rubber Boot or Seal
A squeak from the steering column is often related to a rubber boot in the column or a seal in the power steering rack.
ABS Modulator Failure Due to Dirty Brake Fluid
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.
Mercedes-Benz E300 Recalls (Recent)
Mercedes-Benz E300 Recall 98V256000
Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. A WRONG CLAMP MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED ON THE WINDOW AIR BAG UNITS.
Learn more »Mercedes-Benz E420 Recall 00V388000
Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE EXPERIENCED SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENTS IN THE ABSENCE OF A CRASH.
Learn more »Mercedes-Benz E420 Recall 95V031000
Summary: THE FRONT PASSENGER METAL FOOT REST CAN, OVER TIME, ABRADE THROUGH THE WIRING HARNESS UNDER THE FOOT REST CAUSING THE WIRING HARNESS TO SHORT CIRCUIT.
Learn more »Mercedes-Benz C36 AMG Recall 96V058000
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.
Learn more »Mercedes-Benz E300 Questions and Answers
Hi,
My automatic window "ground" to a halt while it was down the other day. It sounded like the motor was still working but like some gear structure broke and was ground up. I need to know how to ...
My car runs out great but has a ruff idle. what might be the cause of this?
leaks all the time
Does any one know how to change brake pads on 95 e300 diesel? I
the transmission shifts normally until the last gear and will not shift also the cluster is randomly going out with a engine dianostic light.
Mercedes-Benz E300 Stories
My first Mercedes was a 1958 219...Loved it! I bought it from a German junk yard in 1966 for $400. It was a "tank". Now that I am retired, I found a 1995 E300 Diesel with 70,000 miles. Very nice automobile. It gets over 33mpg and rides like a dream.
my 1998 e300td is a great car 300000 miles and still running fine
Beautiful car, only problem i've had is injector pump leaking , and battery keeps draining.